music-lesson
/ˈmjuː.zɪk ˌles.ən/ IELTSAcademic
noun
A music lesson is a class or session where someone learns or practices singing, an instrument, or music skills. It is usually taught by a teacher or tutor.
- I have a music lesson after school.
- Her piano lesson starts at 5 p.m.
- He takes weekly music lessons.
Adinary Nuance
A music lesson is more specific than a class. It usually means one subject and one teacher, often for practice or skill-building. It is different from a music class, which can be larger and more general. Use music lesson when you mean an individual or focused learning session.
In other languages
- Vietnamese
- tiết học nhạc
- Spanish
- clase de música
- Chinese
- 音乐课
- Japanese
- 音楽のレッスン
- Korean
- 음악 수업
Etymology
Music comes from Latin musica, through Old French, and lesson comes from Old French leçon, from Latin lectio, meaning “reading” or “a reading.” The phrase has been used in English for a long time for teaching sessions.
Common phrases
take music lessonshave a music lessonmusic lesson teacherweekly music lessons
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Frequently asked questions
- Is music lesson the same as music class?
- Not exactly. A music lesson is usually smaller and more personal. A music class can be bigger and more general.
- Can I say “take music lesson”?
- Usually, you say “take music lessons” or “have a music lesson.” The plural is common when talking about regular classes.
- Is music lesson formal English?
- It is neutral English. You can use it in school, business, and everyday conversation.