hemiolia
/ˌhɛmiˈoʊliə/
noun
- A musical rhythm where two beats are played in the time of three, or three in the time of two; an alternative spelling of hemiola.
- The composer wrote a hemiolia into the middle section to surprise the listener.
- The piece features a beautiful hemiolia that makes the dance feel off-balance.
- Music students often practice hemiolia to improve their sense of timing.