To practice
Example: I practice the piano every day after school.
Definition
"To practice" in music means to repeatedly perform or work on playing an instrument or singing to improve skill and proficiency. For example, "I practice the piano every day after school" implies dedicating time regularly to enhance musical ability.
Etymology
The phrase "to practice" originates from the Old French word 'practiser,' which means to perform or carry out. Its roots trace back to the Greek word 'praktikos,' meaning practical. Did you know that the word evolved to emphasize repetition and skill improvement, especially important in music?
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"To practice" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - Music - (A1) - set 1", containing 104 commonly used words.
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