How to Pronounce "represents"
word
/ˌɹɛpɹɪˈzɛnts/
rep-ri-ZENTS
/ˌɹɛpɹɪˈzɛnts/
rep-ri-ZENTS
Definition
To stand for, show, or act on behalf of someone, something, or an idea. It can mean being a symbol of something, speaking for a group, or showing a particular amount or part.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˌɹɛpɹɪˈzɛnts/
British English
/ˌɹɛpɹɪˈzɛnts/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
rep-ri-ZENTS
UK
rep-ri-ZENTS
Listen in Context
This red circle represents the sun.
She represents our class in meetings.
Ten dollars represents a lot of money to him.
He says this decision represents a big change for the team.