A rhythmic pattern in which there are two or four beats, especially four crotchets, in a bar.
〔乐〕普通拍子
Example sentencesExamples
Use a 4/4 Common time signature.
In common time there are 4 crotchet beats to the bar.
Definition of common time in US English:
common time
nounˈkämən tīm
Music
A rhythmic pattern in which there are four beats, especially four quarter notes, in a measure. This pattern occurs often in classical music and is the norm in rock, jazz, country, and bluegrass.
Example sentencesExamples
In common time there are 4 crotchet beats to the bar.