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Meaning of the word andante in English

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andante

US /ɑːnˈdɑːn.teɪ/
UK /ænˈdæn.teɪ/
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Adverb

(especially as a direction) in a moderately slow tempo.

Example:
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The second movement of the symphony is marked andante.
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Play this passage andante, with a gentle touch.
Synonym:
moderato adagio
Antonym:
allegro presto

Noun

a musical composition or passage in andante tempo.

Example:
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The pianist performed a beautiful andante.
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Her favorite part of the concerto was the lyrical andante.
Synonym:
moderato adagio
Antonym:
allegro presto
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