adagio

• Diz-se de uma peça ou trecho musical executado em andamento lento e tranquilo.

Describes a musical piece or passage performed in a slow, leisurely tempo.

1. Slow musical tempoB2formalart

   Describes a piece of music or a passage that is performed slowly and gracefully.

   Andamento musical lento

   • The orchestra played the adagio movement with great emotion.
   • This adagio section requires a delicate touch from the pianist.
   • The composer marked the second movement as adagio.

   Sinônimoslentoslowslowly

   Antônimosallegroprestovivace

2. Ballet movementB2formalart

   A slow, controlled section of a pas de deux in ballet, showcasing the dancers' strength and balance.

   Adágio

   • The dancers performed a beautiful adagio during the performance.
   • The adagio in the ballet required incredible strength from the male dancer.
   • She trained for months to perfect the adagio sequence.

   Sinônimosadage

3. Leisurely paceC1formal

   Describes a tempo or manner that is unhurried and relaxed.

   Andamento lento

   • They walked at an adagio pace through the garden.
   • The film's adagio rhythm allowed viewers to absorb every detail.
   • He spoke in an adagio manner, choosing his words carefully.

   Sinônimoslanguidleisurelylentorelaxedslowunhurried

   Antônimosbriskfasthurriedquickrapid

• Advérbio usado principalmente na música para indicar um andamento lento, significando "devagar" ou "em ritmo tranquilo". Também é usado como substantivo para designar a parte lenta de uma peça musical.

An adverb used primarily in music to indicate a slow tempo, meaning "slowly" or "at a leisurely pace." It is also used as a noun to refer to a slow movement in a musical composition.

1. Slowly and gracefully (music)C1formalart

   In a slow, leisurely tempo, often with a graceful and expressive quality.

   Lentamente e com graça (música)

   • The orchestra played the symphony adagio, creating a serene atmosphere.
   • The pianist performed the sonata's second movement adagio.
   • The conductor instructed the musicians to play adagio for the final section.

   Sinônimosleisurelyslowlyunhurriedly

   Antônimosallegroprestovivace

2. Slow section of a pas de deux (dance)C1formalart

   A slow, sustained section of a ballet pas de deux that requires great skill, strength, and balance from the dancers.

   Seção lenta do pas de deux

   • The dancers executed the adagio with perfect control and elegance.
   • The adagio in the ballet showcased the couple's incredible strength and trust.
   • She trained for years to master the demanding adagio lifts.

   Sinônimosadage

• Substantivo que designa uma composição musical ou parte dela executada em tempo lento e gracioso, ou a parte lenta de um pas de deux de balé que exige grande maestria e força.

A noun referring to a musical composition or movement performed in a slow, graceful tempo, or a slow section of a ballet pas de deux requiring great skill and strength.

1. Musical compositionB2formalart

   A piece of music or a movement within a larger work that is performed at a slow, graceful tempo.

   Adágio

   • The orchestra played a beautiful adagio by Albinoni.
   • The second movement of the sonata is a haunting adagio.
   • She prefers to practice slow adagios to improve her control.

2. Ballet movementB2formalart

   A slow, controlled section of a pas de deux in ballet, requiring great strength, balance, and grace from the dancers.

   Adágio

   • The dancers performed a stunning adagio in the second act.
   • The adagio in Swan Lake is one of the most famous in ballet.
   • He lifted his partner effortlessly during the adagio.

   Sinônimosadage