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prompted

Pronunciation: [ˈprɒmptəd]

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

Context: “encouragement”

(verb) to cause someone to do something or to give someone an idea. It’s like when you help someone think of what to say or do next.

Example

Her teacher prompted her to ask more questions in class.

Example

He wasn't prompted to speak up, so he stayed quiet during the meeting.

Example

What prompted you to start learning a new language?

Context: “reminder”

(verb) to remind someone to do something or to bring something to their attention. Think of it as a little nudge to help someone remember.

Example

The alarm clock prompted me to wake up on time.

Example

Without a reminder, she wasn’t prompted to finish her homework.

Example

What usually prompts you to clean your room?

How to pronounce prompted

Pronunciation: [ˈprɒmptəd]

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