a dramatic change in tempo

/ə drəˈmætɪk tʃeɪndʒ ɪn ˈtɛmpoʊ/

noun phrase

  1. A very noticeable or sudden change in the speed or rhythm of something, especially music, speech, activity, or events.

    B2
    • "The conductor signaled a dramatic change in tempo, shifting from a slow, somber melody to a fast-paced, lively tune."B2
    • "The speaker's dramatic change in tempo made the final warning much more powerful."B2
    • "The film introduces a dramatic change in tempo, shifting from slow reflection to rapid, unsettling action."C1
    • "The team experienced a dramatic change in tempo after the new coach implemented a more aggressive strategy."A2

Collocations

a sudden change in tempoa gradual change in tempochange the tempo

Word family

dramaticdramaticallytempochange