How to Pronounce "prevail"
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/pɹiˈveɪɫ/
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/pɹɪvˈeɪl/
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Definition
To win, succeed, or be more powerful than others; can also mean to be widespread or common in a situation.
IPA Transcription
American English
/pɹiˈveɪɫ/
British English
/pɹɪvˈeɪl/
Simplified Pronunciation
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Listen in Context
Truth will prevail in the end.
Good always prevails over evil.
We hope peace will prevail in the region.
Even after years of change, old traditions still prevail here.