giving pause

Questions

What does giving pause mean?

present participle and gerund of give pause

How to pronounce giving pause

1. Open the pronunciation page — Open the Speakur entry for “giving pause”.
2. Read the phonetic spelling — Read the IPA spelling () so you know which sounds to aim for.
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4. Repeat and practice — Say “giving pause” aloud, matching stress and vowels until it feels natural.