How to Pronounce "backbeat"
word
ˈbækˌbiːt
BAK-beet
bˈækbiːt
BAK-beet
Definition
In music, a backbeat is a strong beat that falls in between the main beats, usually on the second and fourth counts in 4/4 time. It gives a song its groove or drive, especially in rock, pop, and jazz.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈbækˌbiːt
British English
bˈækbiːt
Simplified Pronunciation
US
BAK-beet
UK
BAK-beet
Listen in Context
The drummer plays a strong backbeat in this song.
Rock music often has a clear backbeat.
The backbeat makes the song easy to dance to.
Without the backbeat, the song wouldn’t have the same energy.