mechanical rhythm

language: zh

definitions

  1. A repetitive, steady, and unchanging beat or pattern, typically in music or sound, that lacks human emotion, natural variation, or 'swing,' resembling the precision of a machine.
    zh: 机械节奏
  2. A pattern of movement, action, or activity that is highly predictable, repetitive, and lacks organic spontaneity or natural flow.
    zh: 机械化节奏

examples

  1. The drummer played with a mechanical rhythm that felt devoid of soul.

    鼓手演奏着一种毫无灵魂的机械节奏。

  2. The factory workers moved with a mechanical rhythm to keep up with the assembly line.

    工厂工人以机械化的节奏动作，以跟上装配线。