Pasito (en. Small step)

/paˈsito/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
Small step taken while walking.
She took a small step forward.
Ella avanzó un pasito hacia adelante.
Short movement performed in a dance.
In this dance, a very characteristic step is performed.
En este baile se hace un pasito muy característico.
A way to represent an advance or progress in something.
Let's take one more step in our project.
Vamos a dar un pasito más en nuestro proyecto.

Etymology

Diminutive of 'paso', which comes from the Latin 'passus'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to take a step
To make a small advance or progress in something.
dar un pasito
step by step
In a slow and careful manner.
pasito a pasito
to take small steps
It refers to advancing little by little.
dar pasitos

Related Words

step
Movement that occurs when walking.
paso
walk
Activity of moving on foot for a prolonged period.
caminata
dance
Rhythmic movement of all or part of the body.
baile

Slang Meanings

A term used to refer to a careful or cautious action.
We need to go step by step in this project.
Hay que ir pasito a pasito en este proyecto.
Expression used to describe a small victory or advance.
Today I achieved a small step in my studies.
Hoy logré un pasito en mis estudios.