Translation guide
A musical term for a lively, free-form piece, often whimsical or improvisatory in character.
Referring to a lively, free-form instrumental piece, typically with a whimsical or improvisatory character.
The standard loanword from Italian, used in classical music contexts.
このカプリッチョはピアノのために書かれた。
This capriccio was written for piano.
A native Japanese term for 'capriccio', literally 'whimsical piece'. Used in formal or academic contexts.
From French 'caprice', sometimes used interchangeably but less common than カプリッチョ.
このカプリースは技巧的なパッセージが多い。
This caprice has many virtuosic passages.
彼はバイオリンのための奇想曲を作曲した。
He composed a capriccio for violin.