Lento

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Musical Term

Used to describe the speed at which a piece of music should be played, typically very slow.

The conductor indicated that the next section should be played lento.

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Emotion Expression

Often conveys a somber or reflective mood in music and artistic performances.

Her dance expressed a melancholy story, moving with lento grace.

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Pace in Narratives

In literature or speech, it can suggest a calm, deliberate pace that builds atmosphere.

The narrator described the scene with a lento cadence, enhancing the tension.