emphasis
/ˈemfəsɪs/
em · pha · sis
ˈem · fə · sɪs
English Definition
n. special importance
Significado en Español
énfasis
Nghĩa Tiếng Việt
sự nhấn mạnh, trọng tâm
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Example Sentence
Put emphasis on practice.
强调实践。
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Memory Aid / 记忆技巧
em(strengthen)+phas(speak)
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Practice — Synonym (ISEE Verbal)
Which of the following is a synonym for the word “emphasis”?
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A
Focus
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B
Edition
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C
Illusion
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D
Distress
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A — Focus.
“emphasis” means n. special importance
Practice — Sentence Completion (ISEE Verbal)
The coach placed great ______ on teamwork and daily practice.
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A
neglect
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B
emphasis
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C
doubt
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D
weakness
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B — emphasis.
“emphasis” means n. special importance
Common questions about “emphasis”
What does “emphasis” mean?
emphasis — n. special importance. In Chinese: 强调，重点.
How do you pronounce “emphasis”?
emphasis is pronounced /ˈemfəsɪs/. It breaks into 3 syllables: em · pha · sis.
How do you use “emphasis” in a sentence?
Put emphasis on practice. (强调实践。)
What are synonyms for “emphasis”?
stress, importance — all close in meaning to emphasis (n. special importance).
Is “emphasis” an ISEE Lower-level word?
Yes. emphasis appears on the iSEE Vocab Lower list, which covers 615 words for the ISEE and SSAT.
How can I remember “emphasis”?
em(strengthen)+phas(speak)
