noun

pausing

Pausing (noun) means the act of briefly stopping an activity. Example: “A little pausing between sentences makes a speech easier to follow.”

noun

The act of briefly stopping an activity.

"A little pausing between sentences makes a speech easier to follow."

How to use pausing

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishThe action of taking a short break or halt — the "-ing" form of pause.

Word forms

pausings plural

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A little _____ between sentences makes a speech easier to follow.

Rhymes for pausing

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Frequently asked questions

What does “pausing” mean?

The word “pausing” means the act of briefly stopping an activity. In plain terms, the action of taking a short break or halt — the "-ing" form of pause.

How do you use “pausing” in a sentence?

Here is “pausing” used in a sentence: “A little pausing between sentences makes a speech easier to follow.”

What part of speech is “pausing”?

“Pausing” is a noun.

What is the meaning of pausing?

"pausing" (noun) means the act of briefly stopping an activity.