"prevents" 怎么发音

word

US

/pɹiˈvɛnts/, /pɹɪˈvɛnts/

pruh-VENTS

UK

/pɹɪvˈɛnts/

pri-VENTS

释义

Stops something from happening or keeps something from occurring. Used when someone or something makes sure a problem or negative event does not take place.

IPA 音标

美式英语

/pɹiˈvɛnts/, /pɹɪˈvɛnts/

英式英语

/pɹɪvˈɛnts/

简化发音

美式

pruh-VENTS

英式

pri-VENTS

语境中听

Washing your hands prevents many diseases.

A seatbelt prevents injuries in a car accident.

This medicine prevents headaches.

Good communication prevents a lot of misunderstandings at work.