Lento: meaning, definitions and examples

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lento

 

[ หˆlษ›ntoสŠ ]

Adjective / Adverb
Context #1 | Adjective

musical tempo

Lento is a musical term that indicates a slow tempo. It is used to express a leisurely pace, allowing for expressive and often serene performances.

Synonyms

dragging, slow, unhurried

Examples of usage

  • The piece was played lento to evoke a sense of calm.
  • Musicians marked the score to play certain sections lento.
  • In a lento passage, the conductor encourages the orchestra to breathe and flow.
  • The lento movement of the symphony created a reflective mood.
Context #2 | Adverb

musical performance

As an adverb, lento signifies that the music should be performed slowly. Musicians interpret this direction to create a particular feel in the music.

Synonyms

gently, leisurely, slowly

Examples of usage

  • The orchestra performed the piece lento, captivating the audience.
  • He played the solo lento, drawing out each note.
  • The conductor instructed the ensemble to play lento for the introduction.
  • The song transitions to lento as it reaches its climax.

Translations

Translations of the word "lento" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น lentะพ

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคงเฅ€เคฎเคพ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช langsam

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ lambat

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฟะพะฒั–ะปัŒะฝะธะน

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ wolny

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ้…ใ„

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท lent

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ lento

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท yavaลŸ

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋Š๋ฆฐ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุจุทูŠุก

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ pomalu

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ pomalรฝ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๆ…ข

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ poฤasen

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ lรกtur

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะฑะฐััƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ“แƒแƒฐแƒ™แƒ•แƒ”แƒฎแƒ˜แƒšแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ yavaลŸ

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ lento

Etymology

The term 'lento' originates from the Italian language, meaning 'slow.' It is derived from the Latin word 'lentus,' which also denotes a slow or sluggish nature. In the context of music, 'lento' has been used to describe tempo since at least the late 16th century during the transition of musical notation and terminology. Italian has had a significant influence on musical terminology worldwide, and the adoption of 'lento' in the universal music lexicon underscores the importance of Italian composers and musicians in the development of classical and modern music styles. As a result, 'lento' is frequently encountered in sheet music, providing performers with specific directives on how to convey musical expression effectively.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranking #38,897, this word is encountered relatively rarely in everyday English. It might appear in literary works or specialized texts but isn't essential for general communication.