down
beat
复数形式
downbeats
1
强拍, 第一拍
the first beat of a measure, typically emphasized in terms of accentuation and providing a sense of rhythmic stability
A downbeat is the first beat of a musical measure and is typically the strongest or most emphasized beat. It marks the start of a new measure and often provides a sense of stability and grounding within the music. In a time signature like 4/4, the downbeat occurs on the first beat of each measure. Musicians often use the downbeat as a reference point to keep time and structure their rhythms.
- The conductor's vigorous gesture marked the downbeat, signaling the orchestra to begin playing.
指挥家有力的手势标志着强拍，示意乐团开始演奏。
- Jazz drummers often accentuate the downbeat with a powerful stroke on the bass drum, anchoring the rhythm of the ensemble.
爵士鼓手经常用底鼓上的强力一击来强调下拍，从而固定乐队的节奏。
- The downbeat of each measure serves as a reference point for musicians to coordinate their playing and maintain a steady tempo.
每个小节的强拍作为音乐家协调演奏和保持稳定节奏的参考点。
- In popular music, the downbeat often coincides with the first syllable of the lyrics, reinforcing the song's rhythmic pulse.
在流行音乐中，强拍通常与歌词的第一个音节重合，强化了歌曲的节奏脉动。
- The audience clapped along with the downbeat, feeling the infectious groove of the music.
观众随着强拍鼓掌，感受到了音乐那富有感染力的律动。