tempo
Tempo is the speed at which music is played or a movement is performed. It describes how fast or slow the beat of a song or an activity is.
Examples
3 of 5The song has a very fast tempo, so it is good for dancing.
The music moves at a high speed, making it great for dance.
The conductor requested a slower tempo for the second part of the concert.
The leader of the orchestra asked for a lower speed during the second section.
I really like the tempo of this beat; it's perfect for my workout.
I enjoy the speed of this rhythm; it works well for my exercise.
Word Family
Memory Tip
Think of a 'Metronome' clicking fast or slow; the speed of those clicks is the 'Tempo'.
Quick Quiz
The drummer must keep a steady ______ so the rest of the band stays together.
Correct!
The correct answer is: tempo
Examples
The song has a very fast tempo, so it is good for dancing.
everydayThe music moves at a high speed, making it great for dance.
The conductor requested a slower tempo for the second part of the concert.
formalThe leader of the orchestra asked for a lower speed during the second section.
I really like the tempo of this beat; it's perfect for my workout.
informalI enjoy the speed of this rhythm; it works well for my exercise.
In this study, the tempo of the background music affected the participants' heart rates.
academicIn this research, the speed of the music influenced how fast the people's hearts beat.
We need to increase the tempo of our work to finish the project on time.
businessWe must increase the speed of our tasks to complete the project by the deadline.
Word Family
Common Collocations
Common Phrases
pick up the tempo
to start doing something faster
at a brisk tempo
moving at a quick and energetic speed
keep the tempo
to maintain a consistent speed
Often Confused With
Temperature is how hot or cold something is, while tempo is how fast music is.
Rhythm is the pattern of the notes, while tempo is the speed of those notes.
Usage Notes
While mainly used in music, 'tempo' can also describe the pace of life, a game, or a work project.
Common Mistakes
Learners sometimes use 'big' or 'small' for tempo; instead, use 'fast', 'quick', 'slow', or 'brisk'.
Memory Tip
Think of a 'Metronome' clicking fast or slow; the speed of those clicks is the 'Tempo'.
Word Origin
Derived from the Latin word 'tempus', which means 'time'.
Grammar Patterns
Cultural Context
In classical music, Italian words like 'Allegro' (fast) or 'Adagio' (slow) are used to define the tempo.
Quick Quiz
The drummer must keep a steady ______ so the rest of the band stays together.
Correct!
The correct answer is: tempo
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