tempo change

noun

1. A change in the speed at which a piece of music is played or sung.

   B1

   countable

   • "The song has a sudden tempo change before the final chorus."B1
   • "The conductor signaled a gradual tempo change as the orchestra approached the climax."B2

2. A change in the pace or speed of an activity, process, or situation.

   B2

   countable

   • "The coach made a tempo change in the second half."B2
   • "During the workout, the trainer instructed us to make a tempo change for the next set."A2
   • "The new policy represents a significant tempo change in the government's response to the crisis."C1