How to Pronounce Paced

To pronounce "paced", say PAC-ed — 2 syllables, IPA /peɪst/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

5

Letters

/peɪst/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “paced”

"paced" has 2 syllables: pac-ed. It rhymes with chaste and distaste, if that helps it stick.

Sounds exactly like: paste — easy to mix up when writing.

What does paced mean?

verb

  1. To walk back and forth in a small distance.
  2. To set the speed in a race.

Words that rhyme with paced

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

chastedistastedebasedbastewastelambasteshowcasedencasedbasedtastemisplacedlaced

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "paced"?▾

"Paced" has 2 syllables: pac · ed.

What is the IPA transcription of "paced"?▾

The IPA transcription of "paced" is /peɪst/.

What does "paced" mean?▾

Paced: To walk back and forth in a small distance.

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