Lexical entry

アテンポ

atenpo

Return to the original speed or pace of a musical piece.

Arts & EntertainmentPure GairaigoSource: Italian

Meaning

A musical instruction indicating that the performer should return to the main tempo after a temporary change (like a ritardando).

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テンポ

The speed or pace of a piece of music.

テンポルバート

A musical term for expressive rhythmic flexibility.

アッチェレランド

A musical direction to gradually speed up.

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