# pause vs pave

> English confusable word pair

## The two words

### pause
*verb · IPA /pɔːz/ · frequency rank #7,166*
To take a temporary rest, take a break for a short period after an effort.

### pave
*verb · IPA /peɪv/ · frequency rank #22,172*
To cover something with paving slabs.

## Source
Compiled from Wiktionary via kaikki.org (CC BY-SA). Data vintage: 2026-05-06.
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