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emphasize

Meaning in simple English, pronunciation and examples

Pronunciation: US /ˈɛmfəsaɪz/ · UK /ˈemfəsaɪz/

Forms: emphasizes, emphasizing, emphasized

emphasize means: To show that something is especially important or deserves attention.

verb

GIVE IMPORTANCEB2

To show that something is especially important or deserves attention.

  • Please emphasize the main point.
  • The report emphasized the need for safer roads.
  • Our teacher always emphasizes careful planning.

How to use it: emphasize that… (She emphasized that everyone must attend.)

Similar words: stress, highlight, underline

Opposites: downplay

Common phrases: emphasize something, emphasize the importance

Questions about emphasize

What does emphasize mean?

To show that something is especially important or deserves attention.

What is emphasize in other languages?

Türkçe: vurgulamak · Español: destacar · Français: souligner · Deutsch: betonen · Italiano: sottolineare · 日本語: 強調する

How do you pronounce emphasize?

In American English /ˈɛmfəsaɪz/; in British English /ˈemfəsaɪz/.

How do you use emphasize in a sentence?

Please emphasize the main point. The report emphasized the need for safer roads.

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