How to Pronounce "preside at"
expression
pɹiˈzaɪd/, /pɹɪˈzaɪd/ /ˈæt
pri-ZYD at, pri-ZYD at
pɹɪsˈaɪd/ /ˈæt
pri-SYD at
Definition
To officially lead or be in charge of a formal event, meeting, or ceremony, acting as the main authority there.
IPA Transcription
American English
pɹiˈzaɪd/, /pɹɪˈzaɪd/ /ˈæt
British English
pɹɪsˈaɪd/ /ˈæt
Simplified Pronunciation
US
pri-ZYD at, pri-ZYD at
UK
pri-SYD at
Listen in Context
She will preside at the annual meeting next week.
The mayor will preside at the ribbon-cutting ceremony.
Who will preside at the board meeting today?
Dr. Smith was honored to preside at the graduation ceremony.