al ɛɡ ˈrɛt oʊ

Definitions

1. noun

A musical direction indicating a lively but not extremely fast tempo.

“The orchestra’s allegretto rendition of the famous concerto was a crowd-pleaser.”

2. adjective

Having a lively but not extremely fast tempo.

“The allegretto waltz had a playful, carefree atmosphere.”

3. adverb

In a lively but not extremely fast tempo.

“The pianist performed the allegretto piece with great sensitivity and control.”