B1adjectivearts
US/ˈklæs.ɪ.kəl/
UK/ˈklæs.ɪ.kəl/
traditional and serious in style, especially music; also connected with ancient Greece and Rome
In context
My father listens to classical music while he works.
She trained in classical ballet for ten years before she switched to modern dance.
The building has classical columns like a Greek temple.
Words that go with classical
adjective + noun
- classical musicClassical music helps me concentrate.
- classical composerMozart is my favorite classical composer.
- classical styleThe theater was built in a classical style.
- classical literatureShe teaches classical literature at a university.
- classical balletClassical ballet needs years of training.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
I like classic music.Correct: I like classical music.