How to Pronounce "set the pace"
expression
ˈsɛt/ /ˈðə/, /ðə/, /ði/ /ˈpeɪs
SET thuh PAYS
sˈɛt/ /ðə, ði/ /peɪs
SET thuh PACE
Definition
To be the one who decides how fast something should happen, especially in a race, activity, or business. It is used both literally for speed and figuratively for progress or leadership.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈsɛt/ /ˈðə/, /ðə/, /ði/ /ˈpeɪs
British English
sˈɛt/ /ðə, ði/ /peɪs
Simplified Pronunciation
US
SET thuh PAYS
UK
SET thuh PACE
Listen in Context
She likes to set the pace in every project she joins.
The fastest runner will set the pace for the rest of the team.
This company always tries to set the pace in technology.
Let’s let Tom set the pace for the hike. He knows the way and won’t go too fast.