How to Pronounce Downtempo

To pronounce "downtempo", say DOWNT-emp-o — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

9

Letters

DOWNT-emp-o

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💡 Tip for remembering “downtempo”

"downtempo" has 3 syllables: downt-emp-o.

What does downtempo mean?

noun

  1. A genre of house music and ambient music with an ethereal sound and a driving beat.

adjective

  1. Having a slow tempo.
  2. Having a slow, relaxed pace.

adverb

  1. At a slow tempo.
  2. At a slow, relaxed pace.

Synonyms

chillout

Antonyms

uptempo

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "downtempo"?▾

"Downtempo" has 3 syllables: downt · emp · o.

What does "downtempo" mean?▾

Downtempo: A genre of house music and ambient music with an ethereal sound and a driving beat.

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