Meaning of the word moderato in English

What does moderato mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

moderato

US /ˌmɑː.dɚˈɑː.t̬oʊ/
UK /ˌmɑː.dɚˈɑː.t̬oʊ/

Adverb

1.

in a way that is neither fast nor slow: used in written music to show how a piece, or part of a piece, should be performed:

Example:
The second movement takes a good ten minutes; it is marked moderato, after all.

Adjective

1.

performed in a way that is neither fast nor slow:

Example:
The central Moderato movement made a tremendous impression on us.

Noun

1.

a piece of music, or part of a piece of music, that is performed in a way that is neither fast nor slow, or the speed at which this music is played:

Example:
If you listen to the opening moderato, you will be tempted to explore further.
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