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present

Pronunciation: [/ˈpɹɛzənt/]

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present: meanings and example sentences

Learn how to use present in a sentence: 9 audio examples across 3 meanings.

Context: “time”

(noun) refers to the current time or moment. It's what is happening right now.

Example

I can't wait for the presents at my birthday party tomorrow!

Example

I wasn't happy with the presents I received last Christmas.

Example

What presents did you get for your birthday?

Context: “give”

(verb) to give something to someone, usually as a gift or a token of appreciation. It's when you hand someone a gift or show something to a group.

Example

I will present my project to the class next week.

Example

She didn't want to present her ideas to the team.

Example

Did you present your report to the boss yet?

Context: “appearance”

(adjective) used to describe when something or someone is in a particular place or in front of you. It's like when you see a person standing in front of you or when an object is out and visible.

Example

The present food on the table looks delicious.

Example

There was no present evidence to support his claim.

Example

Is there any present danger we need to be aware of?

How to pronounce present

Pronunciation: [/ˈpɹɛzənt/]

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