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How to pronounce “fortress”

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Pronunciation guide for fortress

Learning goal: Practice the English pronunciation of fortress with real speech in context.
Available examples: 8 YouTube examples
Real speech example: How to Get People to Do What You WantI would leave the fortress.
Definition summary: A fortified place; a large and permanent fortification, sometimes including a town; for example a fort, a castle; a stronghold; a place of defense or security.

Example 1 of 8

How to Get People to Do What You Want

I would leave the fortress.

[Noun]
A fortified place; a large and permanent fortification, sometimes including a town; for example a fort, a castle; a stronghold; a place of defense or security.
(chess) A position that, if obtained by the weaker side, will prevent penetration by the opposing side, generally achieving a draw.
[Verb]
(transitive) To furnish with a fortress or with fortresses; to guard, to fortify.

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