pausing
nounHow many syllables in pausing?
There are 2 syllables in the word pausing.How to pronounce pausing:
Definition of pausing:
- pausing (noun):
- a temporary stop
Synonyms for pausing:
breaking
catching one's breath
finishing
hesitating
holding one's horses
interrupting
stopping
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