English Word · Intermediate
upbeat
An unaccented beat at the start of a musical phrase
Pronunciation: /ˈʌpˌbit/
Meaning
An unaccented beat at the start of a musical phrase.
Example
The conductor said: I give you three beats for nothing and then you come in on the upbeat.
The conductor said: I give you three beats for nothing and then you come in on the upbeat.
Practice tips
- Practice upbeat out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this English word is for intermediate-level learners.