How to Pronounce "precedence over"
expression
ˈpɹɛsədəns/ /ˈoʊvɝ
PRES-uh-dens OH-vur
pɹˈɛsɪdəns/ /ˈəʊvɐ
pr-ES-i-duns OH-vuh
Definition
If something has precedence over something else, it is considered more important or comes before the other in priority or order.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈpɹɛsədəns/ /ˈoʊvɝ
British English
pɹˈɛsɪdəns/ /ˈəʊvɐ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
PRES-uh-dens OH-vur
UK
pr-ES-i-duns OH-vuh
Listen in Context
Safety takes precedence over speed in this job.
The manager's instructions have precedence over all others.
My family always has precedence over work.
During emergencies, patient care takes precedence over paperwork.