Pause: meaning, definitions and examples

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pause

[ pɔːz ]

^{Context #1}

during conversation

A temporary stop in action or speech.

Synonyms

break, halt, stop

Examples of usage

There was a brief pause before he continued speaking.
She hit the pause button on the remote control.

^{Context #2}

using electronic device

To stop the action of a device or process temporarily.

Synonyms

halt, interrupt, stop

Examples of usage

Please pause the video so I can grab a snack.
He paused the music to answer the phone.

Translations

Translations of the word "pause" in other languages:

🇵🇹 pausa

🇮🇳 विराम

🇩🇪 Pause

🇮🇩 jeda

🇺🇦 пауза

🇵🇱 pauza

🇯🇵 一時停止 (いちじていし)

🇫🇷 pause

🇪🇸 pausa

🇹🇷 duraklama

🇰🇷 일시 정지 (ilsi jeongji)

🇸🇦 توقف مؤقت

🇨🇿 pauza

🇸🇰 pauza

🇨🇳 暂停 (zàntíng)

🇸🇮 premor

🇮🇸 pása

🇰🇿 үзіліс

🇬🇪 პაუზა

🇦🇿 fasilə

🇲🇽 pausa

Word origin

The word 'pause' originated from the Latin word 'pausa', meaning a temporary stop. It has been used in the English language since the late 15th century. The concept of pausing or taking a break has been fundamental in human communication and activities throughout history.