Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
tala
noun, verb
/ˈtɑːlə/
Definition
Tala is a term used to refer to a particular rhythmic pattern in Indian classical music, and it also means ‘cut’ or ‘to slice’ in various contexts.
Examples
- The musician skillfully played the tabla, keeping the tala in perfect rhythm.
- He used a sharp knife for a clean tala through the vegetables.
Meaning
In the context of music, tala represents the time cycle or rhythmic framework used for the performance. In general usage, it can refer to the act of cutting or dividing something.
Synonyms
- rhythm
- time signature
- slice
- cut