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secondary

Pronunciation: [/ˈsɛkənd(ə)ɹɪ/]

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secondary: meanings and example sentences

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

Context: “education”

(adjective) relating to a level of education that comes after primary school but before college. It's like the middle stage of school where you learn more about different subjects.

Example

She studied hard to get good grades in secondary school.

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He struggled with the coursework in secondary school.

Example

What subjects do you study in secondary school?

Context: “importance”

(adjective) less important or of lower rank compared to something else. It's like being a support or backup rather than the main focus.

Example

His job role is vital, but he also takes on some secondary tasks.

Example

She felt unappreciated in her secondary role within the company.

Example

Why are some tasks considered secondary in importance?

Context: “science”

(noun) a chemical compound that is formed in a chemical reaction. It's like the product made when mixing different substances together.

Example

The scientist identified several secondary compounds in the experiment.

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The primary compound was stable, but the secondary ones were volatile.

Example

How can you distinguish primary and secondary compounds in a reaction?

How to pronounce secondary

Pronunciation: [/ˈsɛkənd(ə)ɹɪ/]

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