Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
triple-time
Noun
/ˈtrɪp.əl taɪm/
Definition
A musical term indicating a time signature in which each measure is divided into three beats.
Examples
- The waltz is a common dance that is performed in triple-time.
- In triple-time, each measure has three beats instead of the standard four.
- Many classical pieces incorporate triple-time to create a graceful movement.
Meaning
In the context of music, triple-time refers to rhythm patterns where the basic unit of time is triplet, typically producing a lilting or flowing feel in the composition.
Synonyms
- Triple meter
- Three-beat
