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    Pas (en. Step)

    /pas/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    Unit of measurement of movement in space.
    The athlete took a quick step towards the finish line.
    El atleta hizo un pas rápido hacia la meta.
    Action of walking or advancing.
    We took a long step when we crossed the park.
    Dimos un pas largo cuando cruzamos el parque.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'passus', which means 'step' or 'advance'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to take a step
    to make a forward movement.
    dar un paso
    step by step
    progressing gradually.
    paso a paso
    at a steady pace
    with decisiveness and confidence when advancing.
    a paso firme

    Related Words

    step
    action of moving one foot to walk.
    paso
    pass
    action of passing something from one person to another.
    pase

    Slang Meanings

    A way to refer to not wanting to participate.
    He always says he takes a pass at parties.
    Él siempre dice que da pas en las fiestas.
    To escape from reality or a commitment.
    I decided to take a pass and not go to work.
    Decidí dar un pas y no ir al trabajo.