Como Pronunciar "set a precedent"
expression
ˈsɛt/ /ˈeɪ/, /ə/ /ˈpɹɛsɪdənt
SET uh PREH-suh-dent
sˈɛt/ /æɪ/ /pɹɪˈsiː.dənt
SET uh PRES-ee-dent
Definição
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.
Transcrição IPA
Inglês Americano
ˈsɛt/ /ˈeɪ/, /ə/ /ˈpɹɛsɪdənt
Inglês Britânico
sˈɛt/ /æɪ/ /pɹɪˈsiː.dənt
Pronúncia Simplificada
EUA
SET uh PREH-suh-dent
UK
SET uh PRES-ee-dent
Ouça em Contexto
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.