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downbeat

UK
/ˈdaʊn.biːt/
US
/ˈdaʊn.biːt/

Translations

downbeatnoun
downbeats
pl
UK
/ˈdaʊnbiːt/
US
/ˈdaʊnˌbit/
первый такт
The conductor gave a clear downbeat to start the symphony.
Дирижёр дал чёткий первый такт, чтобы начать симфонию.
There was a downbeat in his voice when he talked about the future.
В его голосе был пессимизм, когда он говорил о будущем.
Additional translations
упадок
подавленность
Synonyms
depression
gloom
melancholy
sadness
despondency
downbeatadjective
more downbeat
Comp.
most downbeat
Super.
UK
/ˈdaʊn.biːt/
US
/ˈdaʊn.biːt/
The mood at the meeting was downbeat.
Настроение на встрече было подавленным.
The film had a downbeat ending.
Фильм имел мрачный финал.
Additional translations
унылый
пессимистичный
Synonyms
gloomy
pessimistic
dejected
melancholy
disheartened
dismal
bleak
Antonyms
upbeat

Definitions

downbeatnoun
The first beat in a measure, often emphasized in music.
The conductor signaled the orchestra with a strong downbeat to start the symphony.
A genre of electronic music known for its slow tempos and mellow atmosphere; downtempo.
He prefers downbeat when studying because the gentle rhythms help him concentrate.
downbeatadjective
Having a pessimistic or gloomy outlook.
The team's downbeat attitude made it difficult to stay motivated during the project.
Low in energy or enthusiasm; subdued.
The party had a downbeat vibe, with soft music and dim lighting.
Relating to or characterized by a slow tempo and relaxed feel, especially in certain styles of music.
The DJ switched to a downbeat track to ease the crowd into the late-night vibe.
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