Meaning of the word downbeat in English
What does downbeat mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
downbeat
US /ˈdaʊn.biːt/
UK /ˈdaʊn.biːt/
Adjective
1.
pessimistic or despondent
Example:
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Despite the positive news, he remained downbeat about the future.
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The team was feeling downbeat after losing the championship game.
Noun
1.
the first beat of a bar in music, typically the strongest accent
Example:
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The conductor emphasized the downbeat to start the piece.
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Every musician needs to feel the downbeat to stay in sync.
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