Downbeats

/ˈdaʊn.bits/ noun

Definition

Plural of downbeat; multiple first and strongest beats in musical measures, or multiple instances of pessimistic outlook.

Etymology

Plural form of 'downbeat,' created by adding the standard English '-s' suffix to indicate more than one instance.

Kelly Says

If you listen carefully to any song, you can feel the downbeats—they're why people tap their feet in unison! Orchestras around the world synchronize to downbeats, making it one of humanity's oldest forms of organized cooperation.

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