How to Pronounce "set a precedent"
expression
ˈsɛt/ /ˈeɪ/, /ə/ /ˈpɹɛsɪdənt
SET uh PREH-suh-dent
sˈɛt/ /æɪ/ /pɹɪˈsiː.dənt
SET uh PRES-ee-dent
Definition
To do something for the first time that becomes an example or rule for others to follow in the future, especially in law or official situations.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈsɛt/ /ˈeɪ/, /ə/ /ˈpɹɛsɪdənt
British English
sˈɛt/ /æɪ/ /pɹɪˈsiː.dənt
Simplified Pronunciation
US
SET uh PREH-suh-dent
UK
SET uh PRES-ee-dent
Listen in Context
The court's decision will set a precedent for future cases.
If we let him leave early, it could set a precedent.
His actions set a precedent at the company.
We can't make exceptions, or it will set a precedent for everyone else.