Rythme (en. Pace)

/ʁitm/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
noun
Characteristic of a movement or a succession of events organized in time.
The rhythm of the music makes people dance.
Le rythme de la musique fait danser les gens.
A time or measure used in singing or music.
He has an excellent sense of rhythm.
Il a un excellent sens du rythme.
A regularity in movement or fluctuation.
The rhythm of the waves is soothing.
Le rythme des vagues est apaisant.

Etymology

The word rhythm comes from the Greek 'rhythmos', meaning 'measure' or 'proportion'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to have rhythm
To be able to follow or create a tempo or cadence.
avoir du rythme
to change pace
To modify the speed or manner of performing an action.
changer de rythme
to be in rhythm
To be in sync with the tempo or cadence of an activity.
être dans le rythme

Related Words

cadence
Rhythm or measure of a sequence of sounds or actions.
cadence
tempo
Speed at which a piece of music is played or sung.
tempo
beat
Each regular musical pulse.
battement

Slang Meanings

Chill
We get into the rhythm to chill tonight.
On se met dans le rythme pour chiller ce soir.
Banger
This track has the rhythm of a real banger.
Ce morceau a le rythme d'un vrai banger.