How to Pronounce "provide for"
expression
pɹəˈvaɪd/ /ˈfɔɹ/, /fɝ/, /fɹɝ
pruh-VYD for, pruh-VYD fer, pruh-VYD furr
pɹəvˈaɪd/ /fˈɔː
pruh-VYD faw
Definition
To earn money or supply what is needed for someone, like a family or children, or to include necessary arrangements for something in a plan.
IPA Transcription
American English
pɹəˈvaɪd/ /ˈfɔɹ/, /fɝ/, /fɹɝ
British English
pɹəvˈaɪd/ /fˈɔː
Simplified Pronunciation
US
pruh-VYD for, pruh-VYD fer, pruh-VYD furr
UK
pruh-VYD faw
Listen in Context
He works hard to provide for his children.
The law provides for free education for all children.
Parents need to provide for their families.
My grandfather always made sure to provide for everyone, even during tough times.