What does tempo mean?

The speed at which music is played. The pace at which an activity or process happens.

How is tempo pronounced?

UK /ˈtempəʊ/, US /ˈtempoʊ/.

/ˈtempəʊ/ · /ˈtempoʊ/

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音乐速度；节拍快慢

n. The speed at which music is played.

音乐速度；节拍快慢

n. The pace at which an activity or process happens.

活动或发展的速度

The drummer increased the tempo, and everyone danced faster.

鼓手加快了节奏，大家也跳得更快了。

The tempo of urban life has accelerated as digital services make daily tasks increasingly immediate.

随着数字服务让日常事务的处理越来越即时，城市生活节奏也加快了。

指音乐的快慢，不等于表示节奏型的rhythm。

What does tempo mean?: The speed at which music is played. The pace at which an activity or process happens.
How is tempo pronounced?: UK /ˈtempəʊ/, US /ˈtempoʊ/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.