tempo
nounHow to pronounce tempo:
Definition of tempo:
- tempo (noun):
- rate or pace
- (music) the speed at which a composition is to be played.
- the rate of speed of a musical piece or passage indicated by one of a series of directions (such as largo, presto, or allegro) and often by an exact metronome marking
Synonyms for tempo:
precipitationvelocityrapidityhastespeedgaitpacehurryclipfleetnessShow 3 more
Antonyms for tempo:
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