Pace
01
步伐, 速度
a person's speed when walking, moving, or running
例子
The runner maintained a steady pace throughout the marathon, ensuring they did not tire out too quickly.
跑步者在整个马拉松比赛中保持稳定的速度，确保不会太快疲劳。
The pace of the project was too slow, causing delays in the overall timeline.
项目的节奏太慢，导致整个时间表延误。
02
一步, 步幅
a measure of length that equals the distance traveled between two steps during a walk
例子
A pace is a traditional unit of length equal to the distance covered by a single step or stride.
步是一个传统的长度单位，等于单步或跨步所覆盖的距离。
Soldiers and hikers often use pacing to estimate distances when navigating terrain without instruments.
士兵和徒步旅行者经常使用步幅在没有仪器的情况下导航地形时估计距离。
03
速度, 步伐
the rate or speed at which something progresses or changes
例子
The pace of technological innovation has accelerated rapidly over the past decade.
过去十年，技术创新的速度迅速加快。
The pace of the conversation slowed as they delved into deeper topics.
当他们深入探讨更深层次的话题时，对话的节奏放慢了。
04
one step taken while walking or running
例子
She took a pace forward.
Count each pace to reach the end of the room.
05
a unit of distance, traditionally considered the length of an average stride, equal to 3 feet or 91.44 centimeters
例子
The wall was ten paces long.
He advanced fifty paces before stopping.
06
speed at which an action or process occurs
例子
The pace of the music was slow and dreamy.
He could n't keep up with the pace of work in the office.
07
the speed at which a narrative unfolds and how it affects audience engagement
例子
The film 's pace keeps viewers on the edge of their seats.
A slow pace allowed for deep character development.
08
the distance between two consecutive steps or risers in staircases
例子
The stairs were built three paces apart.
Each pace was carefully measured for comfort.
09
a courtyard or open area within a building complex
例子
Children played in the central pace of the monastery.
The café overlooked a quaint pace between houses.
to pace
01
踱步, 来回走动
to walk back and forth in a small area at a fixed speed, often due to anxiety or being deep in thought
Intransitive
例子
The nervous father paced outside the delivery room, awaiting news of his newborn.
紧张的父亲在产房外踱步，等待他新生儿消息。
Frustrated by the delay, she began to pace around the train platform.
对延误感到沮丧，她开始在火车月台上踱步。
02
以特定步态移动, 协调而有节奏地移动
(of a horse) to move at a particular gait or speed, often in a rhythmic and coordinated manner
Intransitive
例子
The skilled equestrian taught the horse to pace gracefully during the dressage competition.
熟练的马术师在盛装舞步比赛中教会了马优雅地踱步。
The rider trained the horse to pace steadily during parades, showcasing a dignified and controlled movement.
骑手训练马在游行期间稳步行进，展示出庄重且受控的动作。
03
步测, 通过步行测量距离
to determine the extent of a distance by walking it and keeping track of the number of steps taken
Transitive: to pace a distance or area
例子
We decided to pace the length of the garden to determine how much fencing material we would need.
我们决定步测花园的长度以确定需要多少围栏材料。
To estimate the size of the room, he paced it from corner to corner and calculated the area.
为了估计房间的大小，他从一个角落到另一个角落步测并计算了面积。
04
调节, 控制
to regulate or control the rate or speed at which something moves or develops
Transitive: to pace an activity or development
例子
In order to maintain a captivating narrative, the author learned to pace the revelation of key plot twists.
为了保持引人入胜的叙述，作者学会了调节关键情节转折的揭示速度。
The project manager had to pace the implementation of new software features to ensure a smooth transition.
项目经理不得不控制新软件功能的实施速度，以确保平稳过渡。
pace
01
used to politely indicate disagreement with a person, typically placed before their name or title
例子
Pace Professor Smith, I believe the evidence suggests a different conclusion.
Pace the committee's report, the results of the study indicate a need for further research.
