"preface by" 怎么发音
expression
ˈpɹɛfəs/ /ˈbaɪ
PREF-uss by
pɹˈɛfəs/ /bˈaɪ
pri-FESS by
释义
To introduce or begin something, such as a book, speech, or statement, with a specific comment or explanation.
IPA 音标
美式英语
ˈpɹɛfəs/ /ˈbaɪ
英式英语
pɹˈɛfəs/ /bˈaɪ
简化发音
美式
PREF-uss by
英式
pri-FESS by
语境中听
He prefaced his speech by thanking the audience.
The author prefaced the book by explaining his motivation.
You should preface your comments by saying what the topic is.
She always prefaces her feedback by saying something positive first.