die Gegenwartsmusik
Translation
contemporary music, modern music
Examples
Ich höre gerne Gegenwartsmusik.
I like listening to contemporary music.
Das Festival widmet sich der Gegenwartsmusik.
The festival is dedicated to contemporary music.
Grammar Patterns
to listen to ((contemporary music)) ((et4)) hören I like to listen to contemporary music.
Similar Words
Synonyms: zeitgenössische Musik, Neue Musik; Antonyms: klassische Musik (classical music), Alte Musik (early music)
Etymology
A compound word from 'Gegenwart' (present) and 'Musik' (music). It literally means 'present-day music'.
Memory Tips
Simply combine two words you might already know: 'Gegenwart' for 'present' and 'Musik' for 'music'.