How to Pronounce "preserve for"
expression
pɹəˈzɝv/, /pɹiˈzɝv/, /pɹɪˈzɝv/ /ˈfɔɹ/, /fɝ/, /fɹɝ
pruh-ZURV for, pree-ZURV for, prih-ZURV for, pruh-ZURV fur, pree-ZURV fur, prih-ZURV fur
pɹɪsˈɜːv/ /fˈɔː
prih-ZURV faw
Definition
To keep something safe or in good condition specifically so it can be used or enjoyed by someone or for a purpose in the future.
IPA Transcription
American English
pɹəˈzɝv/, /pɹiˈzɝv/, /pɹɪˈzɝv/ /ˈfɔɹ/, /fɝ/, /fɹɝ
British English
pɹɪsˈɜːv/ /fˈɔː
Simplified Pronunciation
US
pruh-ZURV for, pree-ZURV for, prih-ZURV for, pruh-ZURV fur, pree-ZURV fur, prih-ZURV fur
UK
prih-ZURV faw
Listen in Context
They preserve for future generations by protecting forests.
You should preserve for emergencies by saving water.
Museums preserve for education and research.
Farmers often preserve for the winter by storing grains.