Musikalisch
Example: Sie ist sehr musikalisch und spielt Klavier gut.
Definition
"Musikalisch" describes someone who has a natural talent or strong ability in music, such as understanding, performing, or appreciating musical pieces. For example, a person who is "musikalisch" might play the piano skillfully or have a good ear for melodies.
Etymology
The word "musikalisch" comes from the German root 'Musik,' which itself derives from the Latin 'musica' and the Greek 'mousike,' meaning the art of the Muses. The suffix '-alisch' in German forms adjectives, so "musikalisch" literally means 'related to music.' Did you know? The ancient Greeks believed music was a gift from the goddesses called the Muses, which is reflected in the word's origin.
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