Meaning & use
allegretto
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In music, played at a moderately fast tempo, somewhat slower than allegro.
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The second movement is marked allegretto, giving it a light, dancing feel.
The pianist played the allegretto section with playful precision.
A note on using this word
An Italian diminutive of 'allegro,' meaning 'fast,' softened to indicate a gentler pace.
Another way to use it
2. noun
A musical passage or movement performed at a moderately fast tempo.
The symphony's allegretto is one of its most beloved movements.
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