How to Pronounce "set the pace"

expression

ˈsɛt/ /ˈðə/, /ðə/, /ði/ /ˈpeɪs

SET thuh PAYS

sˈɛt/ /ðə, ði/ /peɪs

SET thuh PACE

Definition

To be the one who decides how fast something should happen, especially in a race, activity, or business. It is used both literally for speed and figuratively for progress or leadership.

IPA Transcription

American English

ˈsɛt/ /ˈðə/, /ðə/, /ði/ /ˈpeɪs

British English

sˈɛt/ /ðə, ði/ /peɪs

Simplified Pronunciation

SET thuh PAYS

SET thuh PACE

Listen in Context

She likes to set the pace in every project she joins.

The fastest runner will set the pace for the rest of the team.

This company always tries to set the pace in technology.

Let’s let Tom set the pace for the hike. He knows the way and won’t go too fast.