taal

/tɑl/
noun
  1. In Indian classical music, a rhythmic cycle or pattern that provides the beat for a composition.
    • Learning to clap the correct taal is essential for understanding Indian music.
    • The dancer's footwork matched the complex taal perfectly.
    • The tabla player kept a steady taal of sixteen beats for the entire performance.
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