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Meaning of the word allegro in English

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allegro

US /əˈleɡ.roʊ/
UK /əˈleɡ.roʊ/
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Adverb

1.

a tempo marking indicating a fast, lively tempo

Example:
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The first movement of the symphony is marked allegro.
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Play this section allegro, but not too fast.
Synonym:
fastlivelybriskquick

Noun

1.

a musical composition or movement in allegro tempo

Example:
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The concert concluded with a brilliant allegro.
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She composed a new allegro for the violin.

Adjective

1.

performed in a brisk, lively tempo

Example:
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The orchestra played the piece allegro.
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The conductor asked them to play the passage more allegro.
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