Synonyms for

Pas

Verb / pɑ:z / Another word for pas — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

a step in dancing or marching

Synonyms & similar words

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Synonyms by register

Formal

passage transition progression

Informal

step move jump

Literary

stride pace

Antonyms

forward advance progress proceed move on go ahead

Common collocations

  • pas de deux
  • pas de trois
  • pas de quatre
  • pas de basque
  • pas de bourrée
  • pas de chat
  • pas de cheval

Word family

noun pass

Usage note

The word 'pas' is primarily used in ballet terminology to refer to a step. It is a French loanword and is often used in its original form within the context of dance.

Example sentences

  1. He took a small pas to the left before turning to the right.
  2. The soldiers marched in perfect pas.
  3. She practiced her pas for hours before the dance recital.
  4. The dance instructor showed them the proper pas to execute the routine.
  5. The pas de deux was the highlight of the ballet performance.

Quotes

  • She had been forced into prancing, pas, and curtsies since she was old enough to walk. - George R.R. Martin, A Storm of Swords
  • Take one step at a time, one pas at a time, one day at a time. You can do it! - Israelmore Ayivor, The Great Hand Book of Quotes

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