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UK/["/dʒæz/"]/US/["/dʒæz/"]/

Meaning of Jazz

a type of music with strong rhythms, in which the players often improvise (= make up the music as they are playing), originally created by African American musicians at the beginning of the 20th century

In simple words: A type of lively music played with instruments like saxophones and trumpets.

Jazz in a sentence

  • traditional/modern jazz
  • a jazz band/club
  • **jazz musicians**
  • the rising stars of the New York jazz scene
  • How's it going? You know—love, life and all that jazz.

How to use Jazz

Use 'jazz' when talking about music styles or situations related to jazz music. This term is neutral and can be used in casual conversation, performances, and music discussions.

Grammar pattern

standalone noun

Memory hint

Think of 'jazzy'—imagine a colorful, lively dance floor filled with energetic movement.

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Collocations with Jazz

Synonyms for Jazz

Opposites of Jazz

Common mistakes with Jazz

  • Confused with 'classical' music style.
  • Assuming all jazz is the same; variations exist.
  • Using it only to describe fast-paced music.

Compare Jazz with Swing, Improvisation

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Frequently asked questions about Jazz

What does Jazz mean?

A type of lively music played with instruments like saxophones and trumpets.

What is the definition of Jazz?

a type of music with strong rhythms, in which the players often improvise (= make up the music as they are playing), originally created by African American musicians at the beginning of the 20th century

How do you use Jazz in a sentence?

traditional/modern jazz

Can you give another example of Jazz?

a jazz band/club

What are synonyms for Jazz?

Common alternatives include blues, swing, improvisation, music genre.

What is the opposite of Jazz?

Opposite meanings include classical, traditional.

What words go with Jazz?

It commonly pairs with live, cool, free, play, listen to, music, clarinettist, guitarist, in jazz.

What are common mistakes when using Jazz?

Confused with 'classical' music style. Assuming all jazz is the same; variations exist. Using it only to describe fast-paced music.

How do you pronounce Jazz?

US: /["/dʒæz/"]/, UK: /["/dʒæz/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Jazz?

Use 'jazz' when talking about music styles or situations related to jazz music. This term is neutral and can be used in casual conversation, performances, and music discussions.

What CEFR level is Jazz?

"Jazz" is at A2 level on the CEFR scale.