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Raredownbeat
The correct spelling is downbeat.
How to pronounce downbeat
noun
Say it like: Dow-nbee-t
The correct spelling is downbeat. The accented beat at the beginning of a bar (indicated by a conductor with a downward stroke). For example: "He sounded downbeat when asked about his future plans."
Usage Examples
“He sounded downbeat when asked about his future plans.”
“She carried herself with a quiet downbeat grace.”
Meanings
noun
- 1.The accented beat at the beginning of a bar (indicated by a conductor with a downward stroke).
adjective
- 1.Sad or pessimistic.
- 2.Cautiously optimistic.
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