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Rallentando Definition & Meaning

rallentando
adverb
  1. slowing down; "this passage should be played rallentando"
adjective
  1. gradually decreasing in tempo

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Frequently asked questions

What does rallentando mean?
slowing down; "this passage should be played rallentando" gradually decreasing in tempo
What part of speech is rallentando?
Rallentando is an adverb and an adjective.
How many definitions does rallentando have?
Rallentando has 2 definitions across 2 parts of speech (adverb, adjective).

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