How to Pronounce "pacing"
word
/ˈpeɪsɪŋ/
PAY-sing
/pˈeɪsɪŋ/
PAY-sing
Definition
'Pacing' means walking back and forth repeatedly, often because of stress or waiting. In storytelling, 'pacing' also refers to the speed or rhythm at which a story unfolds.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈpeɪsɪŋ/
British English
/pˈeɪsɪŋ/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
PAY-sing
UK
PAY-sing
Listen in Context
He was pacing the room while waiting for the doctor.
She started pacing up and down the hallway.
The movie’s pacing was very slow.
His constant pacing made everyone more anxious.