Meaning of the word adagio in English
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adagio
US /əˈdɑː.dʒi.oʊ/
UK /əˈdɑː.dʒi.oʊ/
Noun
1.
a tempo marking indicating a slow tempo, typically slower than andante but faster than largo
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The second movement of the symphony is marked adagio.
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Play this section adagio, with great expression.
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2.
a musical composition or movement in adagio tempo
Example:
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He composed a beautiful adagio for strings.
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The concert featured an adagio by Mozart.
Adverb
1.
in a slow tempo
Example:
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The conductor instructed the orchestra to play the passage adagio.
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The ballet dancer moved adagio, with grace and control.
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