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rythme

rhythm, pace

noun REETM Less Common

Usage Note

Rythme covers musical rhythm, pace of work (à ce rythme — 'at this rate'), and biological rhythms (rythme cardiaque — heart rate). The adjective rythmé(e) means 'rhythmic'. Note that the final -e is silent and the word is pronounced as a near-monosyllable.

Examples

"Le rythme de cette chanson est entraînant."

Natural Translation

The rhythm of this song is catchy.

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