pace
word
/ˈpeɪs/
pays
/ˈpeɪs/
pays
Definition
The speed or rhythm at which someone or something moves, happens, or develops. It can also mean a single step when walking.
Usage & Nuances
Common patterns are 'at a fast/slow pace', 'keep pace with', and 'set the pace'. It is often used for work, learning, change, and exercise; 'pace' sounds more measured than just 'speed'.
Spanish: ritmo - paso - velocidadPortuguese (BR): ritmo - passo - velocidadePortuguese (PT): ritmo - passo - velocidadeChinese (Simplified): 速度 - 步速 - 节奏Chinese (Traditional): 速度 - 步速 - 節奏Hindi: गति - रफ़्तार - चालArabic: وتيرة - سرعة - خُطوةBengali: গতি - তাল (ছন্দ) - পদক্ষেপRussian: темп - шагJapanese: ペース - 一歩Vietnamese: nhịp độ - bước (khi đi bộ)Korean: 속도 - 보폭Turkish: tempo - adımUrdu: رفتار - قدمIndonesian: kecepatan - langkah
Example Sentences
We walked at a slow pace because it was very hot.
basic
The class moved at a good pace, so I could follow it.
basic
He took one pace back and looked at the painting.
basic
I like the job, but the pace is a bit too intense for me.
natural
Technology is changing so fast that it's hard to keep pace.
natural
Once the team found its pace, the project started moving smoothly.
natural