tempo
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noun \ˈtem-(ˌ)pō\ plural tem·pi \-(ˌ)pē\ or tempos
Definition of TEMPO
1
: the rate of speed of a musical piece or passage indicated by one of a series of directions (as largo, presto, or allegro) and often by an exact metronome marking
2
: rate of motion or activity : pace
See Examples of TEMPO
- The song has a slow tempo.
- The composition has many changes of tempo.
- We walked at a fast tempo.
- The tempo of the game slowed down.
- The dance starts out fast and then switches tempo.
Origin of TEMPO
Italian, literally, time, from Latin tempus
First Known Use: circa 1724
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