洋楽
Meanings
1
Western music; European music
Refers broadly to music from Western countries, often contrasted with 邦楽 (Japanese music). Used in everyday conversation and media.
See also: 邦楽
He only listens to Western music.
This radio station specializes in Western music.
Usage patterns
- 洋楽を聴くto listen to Western music
She listens to Western music every day.
- 〈人〉は洋楽にはまるfor someone to get hooked on Western music
I've been hooked on Western music since high school.