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setting

Pronunciation: [/ˈsɛtɪŋ/]

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setting: meanings and example sentences

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

Context: “location”

(noun) a place or surroundings where something is positioned or where an event takes place. It's where the story happens or where things are put.

Example

The movie's setting was a beautiful beach resort.

Example

The setting for the event was not suitable for the occasion.

Example

What is the setting of the story?

Context: “adjustment”

(noun) the position of something or the way things are arranged. It's like adjusting the volume on your TV or changing how bright your screen is.

Example

The photographer adjusted the camera's setting to get the perfect shot.

Example

The settings on the computer were causing the program to crash.

Example

Can you change the settings on this device?

How to pronounce setting

Pronunciation: [/ˈsɛtɪŋ/]

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