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Como Pronunciar "give pause"

expression

GIV PAWZ
giv PAWZ

Definição

If something 'gives you pause,' it makes you stop and think carefully before acting or deciding, often because of doubt or concern.

Transcrição IPA

Inglês Americano

ˈɡɪv/ /ˈpɔz

Inglês Britânico

ɡˈɪv/ /pˈɔːz

Pronúncia Simplificada

EUA

GIV PAWZ

UK

giv PAWZ

Ouça em Contexto

The mistake in the report should give pause to the manager.

This unusual offer may give pause to many buyers.

The warning labels on cigarettes should give pause to smokers.

That sudden change in his attitude really gave me pause.