The word **弹奏 (tánzòu)** is a compound verb formed by combining two synonymous characters, each related to playing music: **弹 (tán)**, which specifically means to pluck or play a stringed instrument (like a guitar or piano), and **奏 (zòu)**, which has the broader meaning of performing on a musical instrument or presenting music. When paired together, they create a more formal and comprehensive term that emphasizes the act of playing an instrument, often with skill and expression, effectively merging the specific action of plucking with the general concept of musical performance. This type of word formation, where related characters reinforce a shared meaning, is common in Chinese to create precise and nuanced vocabulary.