How to pronounce preside
Say it like prih-ZYDE. Preside has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (ZYDE).
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- prih
- ZYDE
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Preside pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- prihKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- ZYDESay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in time.
American vs British pronunciation of preside
American and British speakers say preside in essentially the same way: /prɪˈzaɪd/ in the US and /prɪˈzaɪd/ in the UK.
British respelling: prih-ZYDE.
What does preside mean?
- To act as president or chairperson.
- To exercise authority or control.
- To be a featured solo performer.“I’ll preside at the organ.”
Where does preside come from?
From Old French presider, from Latin praesidēre (“preside”), from pre- (“before”) + sedere (“to sit”).
Similar and opposite words
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Words that rhyme with preside
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Questions about saying preside
How do you pronounce preside?
Say prih-ZYDE. The American pronunciation is /prɪˈzaɪd/. In British English it is /prɪˈzaɪd/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in preside?
Preside has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (ZYDE). Broken into parts: prih · ZYDE.
Do Americans and Brits say preside the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /prɪˈzaɪd/ and the British form is /prɪˈzaɪd/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.