JLPT N1 Advanced
緩急
Pacing; the modulation between fast and slow speeds or strict and lenient attitudes.
Readings
1 Noun
Change of Pace" / "Tempo
Refers to the calculated modulation of speed and rhythm to prevent monotony or gain a tactical advantage.
Example
ピッチャー は 緩急 を つけ て 、 バッター を 打ち取った 。
The pitcher used a change of pace to strike out the batter.
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2 Noun
Lenience and Severity
Represents the balance between being gentle or lenient and being strict or urgent in handling affairs.
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