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consist

Pronunciation: [kənˈsɪst]

Word

Learn how to use consist in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “composition”

(verb) to be made up of or to have something as a part. When we say a group consists of different people, it means those people are part of that group.

Example

The cake consists of flour, sugar, and eggs.

Example

The committee does not consist of only teachers; it includes parents and students as well.

Example

What ingredients does the sauce consist of?

Context: “relationship”

(verb) to be present or exist in a particular form. This means that something can exist in a certain way or hold true in specific situations.

Example

Her happiness consists of spending time with her friends.

Example

His joy does not consist of just winning; he values playing well too.

Example

What do you think happiness consists of?

How to pronounce consist

Pronunciation: [kənˈsɪst]

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