Beat

/bˈiːt/

/ˈbit/

Définition et Signification de "beat"

to beat

VERBE

battre, frapper

to strike someone repeatedly, usually causing physical harm or injury

beat up

work over

tan

Transitive: to beat sb

battre

to get more points, votes, etc. than the other side, in a game, race, competition, etc. and win

Transitive: to beat a rival

battre

to repeatedly mix something using a spoon, fork, etc.

Transitive: to beat food ingredients

frapper, taper

to hit something or someone multiple times in succession

Intransitive: to beat on sth

battre, forger

to form or mold something by hitting or striking it repeatedly

Transitive: to beat solid material | to beat solid material into a shape

battre, frapper

to produce a rhythmic sound by being struck

Intransitive

mouiller, virer

to sail or navigate a boat or ship in a zigzag course against the wind, tacking back and forth

Intransitive

battre, frapper

to make repeated movements or strikes in the air

Intransitive

frapper, battre

to exert intense, harsh force or pressure

Intransitive: to beat somewhere

frapper, battre

to walk or move across an area of land, striking the ground or vegetation to flush out game birds for hunting

Transitive: to beat an area of land

battre, frapper

to create or form something by repeatedly stepping, pressing, or driving over it

Transitive: to beat a pathway

battre, frapper

to create a rhythm or signal by striking something in a repeated pattern

Transitive: to beat an instrument or surface

battre, anguiller

to move the wings up and down, typically as part of flight or in preparation for flight

Transitive: to beat the wings

battre, frapper

to create a rhythm or signal by striking something in a repeated pattern

Transitive: to beat a rhythm

battre, frémir

to pulsate, throb, or beat with regular rhythm

Intransitive

battre, frapper

to make a regular, steady sound or movement

Intransitive

dépasser, surpasser

to surpass or outdo someone or something

Transitive: to beat sb/sth

épuiser, battre

to cause extreme tiredness or weariness in someone

Transitive: to beat sb

dérouter, perplexifier

to puzzle or confuse someone

Transitive: to beat sb

battre, éviter

to find a way to avoid or overcome an obstacle, rule, or restriction

Transitive: to beat an obstacle or restriction

beat

ADJECTIF

épuisé, fatigué

physically or emotionally exhausted

Beat

NOM

temps

a piece of music's or a poem's main rhythm

What is a "beat"?

In music or poetry, a beat is the basic rhythmic pulse that underlies the piece. It is the regular, recurring accent or emphasis that gives the music or poem its rhythm and helps to structure the flow. In music, beats are the foundation for creating rhythm patterns and are often felt as the steady thump or pulse that listeners can tap their feet to. In poetry, the beat helps to establish the flow and rhythm of the verses, contributing to the overall musicality of the language.

battement, pulsation

the rhythmic contraction and expansion of the arteries with each beat of the heart

patrouille, parcours

a regular route for a sentry or policeman

herbivore

feeding only on plants

battre, bordée

the act of beating to windward; sailing as close as possible to the direction from which the wind is blowing

coup, blow

a stroke or blow

battement, rythme

a regular rate of repetition

accent, temps

(prosody) the accent in a metrical foot of verse

battement, coup

the sound of stroke or blow

beatnik

a member of the beat generation; a nonconformist in dress and behavior

battement, pulsation

a single pulsation of an oscillation produced by adding two waves of different frequencies; has a frequency equal to the difference between the two oscillations

temps, battement

the basic unit of time that serves as the foundation for rhythm

What is a "beat"?

A beat is the basic unit of time in music, representing the regular, steady pulse that underlies a piece. It is the rhythmical foundation that musicians use to keep time and organize musical elements. Beats are often felt as the strong, consistent pulses that one taps their foot to while listening to music. They are divided into smaller units, such as notes and rests, to create rhythms and patterns within a measure. Beats help to structure the music and keep it moving in a coordinated way.

battement, pause

a moment or pause in a scene where a character experiences a change in emotion or thought, often used to build tension, convey subtext, or advance the story

What is a "beat"?

In filmmaking and theater, a beat is a brief moment or pause in a scene where a character experiences a shift in emotion or thought. It is used to create tension, reveal underlying subtext, or advance the story. Beats help to emphasize important changes or reactions, adding depth to the character's experience and influencing the pacing of the narrative. They allow the audience to absorb and reflect on the character’s internal process.

beat

beaten

adj

beaten

adj

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