How to Pronounce “correspond”
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- British (UK)
- /ˌkɒɹɪˈspɒnd/
What “correspond” means
verb — To be equivalent or similar in character, quantity, quality, origin, structure, function etc.
Pronunciation Notes
Where the stress falls. “correspond” has 3 syllables, and the transcription /ˌkɒɹɪˈspɒnd/ puts the primary stress mark (ˈ) before the third one — so the third syllable is the longest and loudest. The others are said quickly and lightly.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does "correspond" mean?
correspond (verb): To be equivalent or similar in character, quantity, quality, origin, structure, function etc.
Which syllable is stressed in "correspond"?
“correspond” has 3 syllables, and the transcription /ˌkɒɹɪˈspɒnd/ puts the primary stress mark (ˈ) before the third one — so the third syllable is the longest and loudest. The others are said quickly and lightly.
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