What does pivot mean?

A fixed point around which something turns. To turn around a fixed point or on one foot. To change direction, strategy, or focus.

How is pivot pronounced?

UK /ˈpɪvət/, US /ˈpɪvət/.

/ˈpɪvət/

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枢轴；支点

n. A fixed point around which something turns.

枢轴；支点

v. To turn around a fixed point or on one foot.

转动；转身

v. To change direction, strategy, or focus.

转变方向；调整策略

The seesaw turned smoothly on its central pivot.

跷跷板绕着中央支点平稳地转动。

Small companies may need to pivot towards online services as consumer habits change and operating costs rise.

随着消费者习惯改变和运营成本上升，小公司可能需要转向线上服务。

pivotal 表示关键的；pivot 作动词也可指策略转向。

What does pivot mean?: A fixed point around which something turns. To turn around a fixed point or on one foot. To change direction, strategy, or focus.
How is pivot pronounced?: UK /ˈpɪvət/, US /ˈpɪvət/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.