How to Pronounce "pause"
word
/ˈpɔz/
pawz
/pˈɔːz/
pawz
Definition
To stop an action or sound for a short time before continuing; also, a short break or stop in speaking, music, or movement.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈpɔz/
British English
/pˈɔːz/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
pawz
UK
pawz
Listen in Context
I pressed the button to pause the movie.
There was a long pause before he answered.
Please pause the music for a moment.
She took a pause to think before continuing her story.