How to Pronounce "precedents"
word
ˈpɹɛsəˌdɛnts/, /ˈpɹɛsədənts
PRES-uh-dents
pɹˈɛsɪdənts
pri-SED-uhnts
Definition
Events or decisions from the past that are used as examples to guide future actions or decisions, especially in law. A precedent helps people decide what to do in a similar current situation.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈpɹɛsəˌdɛnts/, /ˈpɹɛsədənts
British English
pɹˈɛsɪdənts
Simplified Pronunciation
US
PRES-uh-dents
UK
pri-SED-uhnts
Listen in Context
The judge looked at old precedents before making a decision.
Lawyers study precedents to prepare for new cases.
There are no precedents for this type of situation.
Breaking the rules could set dangerous precedents for the future.