How to Pronounce "pas"
word
/ˈpɑz/
pahz
/pˈæs/
paz
Definition
A 'pas' is a step or movement, especially in dancing or ballet. In English, it's mainly used in ballet terminology for specific dance steps, borrowed from French.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈpɑz/
British English
/pˈæs/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
pahz
UK
paz
Listen in Context
He is practicing the pas de chat for the recital.
A ballet pas can be fast or slow, depending on the music.
She nailed every pas in her solo performance last night.
You need to make your pas lighter if you want to look more graceful.