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VocabJLPT N1

pitch

Noun

Definitions

1. pace
2. speed
3. pitch (distance between evenly spaced things, e.g. gear teeth)
4. pitch (of a sound)

This katakana noun is a loanword used in several contexts, including the speed or tempo of speech or activity, the musical pitch of a sound, or the playing field in soccer. The correct meaning is understood from context, making it a versatile word in everyday Japanese.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

Um, isn't the pace of this discussion a bit too fast?

Sentence 2

Slow your pace a little and take in the scenery.

Sentence 3

"Don't push yourself — slow down," my dad said.

Sentence 4

Ongoing schedule changes disrupt the project's pace.

Sentence 5

Can you pick up the pace a little getting ready in the morning?