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How to pronounce “precaution

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Pronunciation guide for precaution

Learning goal
Practice the English pronunciation of precaution with real speech in context.
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Real speech example
Naomi Klein: Addicted to risk 20 minutesbased on the precautionary principle --
Definition summary
Previous caution or care; caution previously employed to prevent misfortune or to secure good.

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How to pronounce precaution

Naomi Klein: Addicted to risk 20 minutes

based on the precautionary principle --

Example Sentences

A Deep Dive Into “precaution

Meaning

  • [Noun]
  • Previous caution or care; caution previously employed to prevent misfortune or to secure good.
  • A measure taken beforehand to ward off evil or secure good or success; a precautionary act.
  • [Verb]
  • (transitive) To warn or caution beforehand.
  • (transitive, rare) To take precaution against.

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