ˈtɛmpoʊ

Definitions

1. noun

A rate of movement or action; the speed or rate at which something happens

“The tempo of the city was fast-paced and energetic.”

2. noun

A particular speed or rate of movement

“She adjusted the tempo of the music to match the mood of the scene.”

3. noun

A musical term referring to the speed or rate of a piece of music

“The conductor adjusted the tempo to keep the orchestra on beat.”

4. verb

To regulate or control the speed or rate of something

“The traffic lights will tempo the flow of cars through the intersection.”

5. verb

To adjust or regulate the speed or rate of something

“The manager will tempo the production line to meet the deadline.”