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andante

|an-dan-te|

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/ænˈdɑːn.teɪ/

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/ænˈdæn.teɪ/

moderately slow

Etymology

Etymology Information

'andante' originates from Italian, specifically the word 'andare,' where 'andare' meant 'to go.'

Historical Evolution

'andare' transformed into the Italian musical term 'andante,' and eventually became the modern English term 'andante' used in musical contexts.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'to go,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'played at a moderately slow tempo.'

Meanings by Part of Speech

Noun 1

a movement or composition played at a moderately slow tempo.

The symphony's second movement is an andante.

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Adjective 1

(in music) played at a moderately slow tempo.

The piece was marked andante, giving it a gentle flow.

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Last updated: 2025/05/17 05:27