How to Pronounce "precise"
word
/pɹiˈsaɪs/
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/pɹɪsˈaɪs/
pri-SYS
Definition
Exact and accurate, with clear detail and no mistakes; sometimes used to describe a person who is very careful about small details.
IPA Transcription
American English
/pɹiˈsaɪs/
British English
/pɹɪsˈaɪs/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
pri-SYS
UK
pri-SYS
Listen in Context
We need precise answers on this test.
The instructions must be precise so everyone understands them.
A precise measurement is important in science.
To be precise, the event starts at 6:03, not 6.