Tempo

Pronunciation: /ˈtɛmpoʊ/

Definitions of tempo

noun the rate or speed of motion or activity

Example Sentences

A1 The music had a slow tempo that was easy to follow.

A2 She struggled to keep up with the fast tempo of the dance routine.

B1 The conductor set the tempo for the orchestra with a quick flick of his baton.

B2 The band played the song at a lively tempo, getting the crowd on their feet.

C1 The pianist's ability to control the tempo of the piece showcased her skill and experience.

C2 The composer's use of varying tempos throughout the symphony created a dynamic and engaging listening experience.

Examples of tempo in a Sentence

formal The conductor set the tempo for the orchestra to follow.

informal Let's pick up the tempo a bit to finish this project on time.

slang I can't keep up with the tempo of this party, it's too fast for me.

figurative The tempo of life in the city never seems to slow down.

Grammatical Forms of tempo

• past tense: tempoed
• plural: tempos
• comparative: faster
• superlative: fastest
• present tense: tempoes
• future tense: will tempo
• perfect tense: have tempoed
• continuous tense: is tempoing
• singular: tempo
• positive degree: fast
• infinitive: to tempo
• gerund: tempoing
• participle: tempoed

Origin and Evolution of tempo

First Known Use: 1724 year

Language of Origin: Italian

Story behind the word: The word 'tempo' originated from the Italian language.

Evolution of the word: Originally used in music to indicate the speed or pace of a piece, the term 'tempo' has since been adopted in various fields to refer to the speed or rate of any activity or process.