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    Pasos (en. Steps)

    /ˈpasos/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    Action of walking or moving using the feet.
    Each step she took brought her closer to her destination.
    Cada paso que daba la acercaba más a su destino.
    A unit of measurement in a movement or dance.
    The steps of the choreography are very complex.
    Los pasos de la coreografía son muy complejos.
    Stage or phase in a process.
    We must follow the steps indicated by the instructions.
    Debemos seguir los pasos que nos indican las instrucciones.

    Etymology

    The word 'step' comes from the Latin 'passus', meaning 'step' or 'movement'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to take a step
    To initiate an action or move forward in a project.
    dar un paso
    dance steps
    Coordinated movements to the rhythm of the music.
    pasos de baile
    firm steps
    To advance with confidence and determination.
    pasos firmes
    step by step
    To do something gradually or progressively.
    paso a paso
    to take false steps
    To make mistakes in the process of making decisions.
    dar pasos en falso

    Related Words

    to walk
    Moving from one place to another using the feet.
    andar
    to walk
    The action of moving on the feet.
    caminar
    to advance
    Moving or progressing forward.
    avanzar
    route
    Route or path followed to reach a destination.
    trayecto

    Slang Meanings

    To act slowly or hesitantly.
    She takes her time and takes very small steps in her decisions.
    Ella se toma su tiempo y da pasos muy pequeños en sus decisiones.
    To progress or move in life.
    Even if it's slow, the important thing is that she is taking secure steps.
    Aunque sea despacio, lo importante es que esté dando pasos seguros.