downbeat

• Substantivo que designa o primeiro tempo de um compasso musical, geralmente marcado pelo movimento descendente da mão do maestro; em sentido figurado, pode indicar um início ou começo.

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.

   Tempo forte

   • 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.

   Sinônimosthesis

   Antônimosupbeat