downbeat

• Nom désignant le temps fort d'une mesure musicale, généralement indiqué par le geste descendant de la baguette du chef d'orchestre.

A noun referring to the first beat of a musical measure, typically indicated by a downward motion of a conductor's arm.

1. First beat of a measureB2formal

   The first and strongest beat of a musical measure, typically indicated by a downward motion of a conductor's baton or hand.

   Temps fort (premier temps d'une mesure)

   • The conductor gave a clear downbeat to start the symphony.
   • The orchestra played the downbeat with great force.
   • Musicians must count carefully to enter on the downbeat.

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   Antonymesupbeat