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Grave

Very slow and solemn.

Largo

Broad, very slow and dignified.

Adagio

Slow, but not as slow as largo.

Lento

Slow.

Andante

Moving along- walking pace.

Con moto

With movement, or a certain quickness.

Moderato

Moderate speed.

Allegretto

Pretty lively.

Vivace

Quick and lively.

Allegro

Quick, lively and bright.

Presto

Very quick.

Vivacissimio

Very quick, faster then vivace.

Prestissimo

Very quick- as quickly as possible.

Rapido

Rapid.