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[ひょう()·()]
hyoushi
noun

English Meaning(s) for 拍子

noun
  1. (musical) time; tempo; beat; rhythm
  2. the moment; the instance; chance (esp. 〜した拍子に)

Definition and Synonyms for 拍子

Meter rhythm as given by division into parts of equal duration
Synonyms: リズム, 拍子
Cadence a recurrent rhythmical series
Synonyms: カデンツ, 拍子
Beat the basic rhythmic unit in a piece of music
Synonyms: ビート, リズム, , 拍子, 節奏

Meanings for each kanji in 拍子

» clap; beat (music)
» child; sign of the rat; 11PM-1AM; first sign of Chinese zodiac

Categories 拍子 is a member of

Rhythmicity the rhythmic property imparted by the accents and relative durations of notes in a piece of music
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Musical Time the beat of musical rhythm
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