pace

noun
UK: /peɪs/
US: /peɪs/

  1. The speed at which someone or something moves or happens.

    1. The runner slowed his pace near the end of the race. [ ] [ ]
    2. Technological advancements continue at a rapid pace, transforming industries. [ ] [ ]

  2. A single step when walking or running; stride.

    1. He took a few paces forward to get a better view. [ ] [ ]
    2. The suspect was observed walking at a brisk pace away from the scene. [ ] [ ]

  3. To walk with regular steps in one direction and then back again, usually because you are worried or nervous.

    1. She began to pace back and forth, waiting for the news. [ ] [ ]
    2. The manager paced the room, contemplating how to address the problem. [ ] [ ]

Synonyms

stride rate walk tempo speed
pace verb

  1. To walk up and down in a small area, because you are worried or impatient.

    1. He paced the room anxiously. [ ] [ ]
    2. Unable to sleep, she paced the hallway, deep in thought. [ ] [ ]

  2. To control the speed at which something happens.

    1. The speaker paced his presentation well. [ ] [ ]
    2. The climbers carefully paced their ascent to conserve energy at high altitude. [ ] [ ]

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "pace" in English means: The speed at which someone or something moves or happens., A single step when walking or running; stride., To walk with regular steps in one direction and then back again, usually because you are worried or nervous..

The phonetic transcription of "pace" is /peɪs/ in British English and /peɪs/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "pace": stride, rate, walk, tempo, speed.

Example usage of "pace": "The runner slowed his pace near the end of the race.". More examples on the page.