Japanese dictionary
How to say "concert" in Japanese
コンサートこんさーと · konsāto
"Concert" in Japanese is コンサート (konsāto). For pop and rock shows, people usually say ライブ (raibu).
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Ways to say "concert" in Japanese
| Japanese | When to use it |
|---|---|
| コンサートこんさーと · konsāto | Concert. |
| ライブらいぶ · raibu | Live show (pop or rock). |
| 演奏会えんそうかい · ensōkai | Recital; concert (classical, school). |
How to use it
A classical or school concert is often 演奏会 (ensōkai).
Tickets for popular concerts in Japan are often sold by lottery, 抽選 (chūsen).
Example sentences
- 週末にコンサートに行きます。Shūmatsu ni konsāto ni ikimasu.I'm going to a concert this weekend.
- 好きなバンドのライブのチケットが取れました。Suki na bando no raibu no chiketto ga toremashita.I got tickets to my favorite band's show.
- 娘のピアノの演奏会がありました。Musume no piano no ensōkai ga arimashita.My daughter had a piano recital.
- コンサートは七時に始まります。Konsāto wa shichiji ni hajimarimasu.The concert starts at seven.
- チケットは抽選で当たりました。Chiketto wa chūsen de atarimashita.I won the tickets in the lottery.
- 昨日のコンサートは最高でした。Kinō no konsāto wa saikō deshita.Last night's concert was amazing.
Questions
What is the difference between コンサート and ライブ?
Both mean a concert. ライブ (raibu) is common for pop, rock and idol shows. コンサート (konsāto) is used for all kinds, including classical.
How are concert tickets sold in Japan?
For popular artists, tickets are often sold by lottery (抽選), and fan club members may get priority.
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