Ribosomal pause is a term used to refer to a temporary delay in the translation of messenger RNA to proteins by ribosomes. In scientific literature, other synonyms are used to describe this phenomenon. Some of these synonyms include translational pausing, ribosome stalling, elongation delay, and translational attenuation. These terms may be used interchangeably depending on the study or context. Ribosomal pause is an important biological process that regulates the translation of genes. It is implicated in many biological phenomena, including the fidelity of protein synthesis, quality control of nascent proteins, and the interaction between host and pathogen. Understanding the process of ribosomal pause and its synonyms is crucial to the development of treatments for various diseases.