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presents

Pronunciation: [/ˈpɹɛzənts/]

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presents: meanings and example sentences

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

Context: “gifts”

(noun) objects that are given to someone else, often as a token of love, appreciation, or celebration. When you receive something on your birthday or during the holidays, they are presents.

Example

She received many presents from her friends on her birthday.

Example

He didn't get any presents for Christmas.

Example

What presents did you get for your last birthday?

Context: “participation or contribution”

(noun) the act of being in a particular place or event or the act of giving something to others. When you show up at a meeting or event, your presence is your present.

Example

Your presence at the party will be a great present to the host.

Example

His absence was felt as a lack of a present at the important meeting.

Example

How important is your presence as a present at family gatherings?

Context: “showing or giving”

(verb) to give something to someone or to show or exhibit something to others. When you give gifts to your loved ones or display information to an audience, you are presenting.

Example

She presents a beautiful bouquet of flowers to her mother on Mother's Day.

Example

He often forgets to present his ideas clearly during presentations.

Example

How will you present your project to the class?

How to pronounce presents

Pronunciation: [/ˈpɹɛzənts/]

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