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urgent

Pronunciation: [ˈɜrdʒənt]

Word

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

Context: “importance”

(adjective) something that needs to be done right away. If something is urgent, it can't wait and should be done as soon as possible.

Example

The doctor said my appointment was urgent, so I went to see him immediately.

Example

The task was not urgent, so I completed it later in the week.

Example

Is this matter urgent enough to call for help now?

Context: “communication”

(adjective) a message or request that is very important and cannot be delayed. When someone sends an urgent message, it means you should respond quickly.

Example

I received an urgent email asking for my input on the project.

Example

Her message was not urgent, so I waited until the morning to reply.

Example

Did you get an urgent letter from the school?

How to pronounce urgent

Pronunciation: [ˈɜrdʒənt]

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