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ragtime

/ˈræɡˌtaɪm/

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1 · noun

a syncopated style of early piano music

拉格泰姆音乐

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The pianist played ragtime at the crowded cafe.
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钢琴家在拥挤的咖啡馆里弹奏拉格泰姆音乐。
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Pronunciation: /ˈræɡˌtaɪm/

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