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Exam: TOEFL

prosodic

IPA: /prəˈsɒdɪk/

KK: /prəˈsɒdɪk/

adjective

Definition: Related to the patterns of rhythm and sound in speech, including intonation, stress, and timing.

Example: The prosodic features of her speech made it more engaging and expressive.

prosodically

IPA: /prəˈsɒdɪkli/

KK: /prəˈsɒdɪkli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that relates to the rhythm, stress, and intonation of speech.

Example: The speaker delivered the lecture prosodically, emphasizing key points with changes in tone.

prosodist

IPA: /prəˈsɒdɪst/

KK: /prəˈsɒdɪst/

noun

Definition: A person who studies or works with the rhythm, stress, and intonation of speech.

Example: The prosodist analyzed the speaker's tone and pitch to improve their delivery.

prosody

IPA: /ˈprɒsədi/

KK: /ˈprɒsədi/

noun

Definition: The way in which rhythm, stress, and intonation are used in speech or writing, especially in poetry.

Example: The prosody of her poem added a musical quality to the words.

prospect

IPA: /ˈprɒspɛkt/

KK: /ˈprɑːspɛkt/

intransitive verb

Definition: To search for valuable resources like minerals or oil in a specific area.

Example: The company plans to prospect for gold in the mountains next summer.

noun

Definition: A person or thing that is likely to succeed or be chosen, or a potential customer or client.

Example: The sales team is excited about the new prospect they met at the conference.

transitive verb

Definition: To search for or explore an area to find valuable resources like minerals or oil.

Example: The company plans to prospect for gold in the mountains next summer.

prospective

IPA: /prəˈspɛktɪv/

KK: /prəˈspɛktɪv/

adjective

Definition: Relating to something that is expected or likely to happen in the future.

Example: The company is looking for prospective employees to join their team.

prospectively

IPA: /prəˈspɛktɪvli/

KK: /prɑːˈspɛktɪvli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that relates to or considers future events or situations.

Example: The team planned the project prospectively, taking into account potential challenges.

prospector

IPA: /prəˈspɛktər/

KK: /prɑːˈspɛktər/

noun

Definition: A person who searches for valuable minerals or oil in a specific area.

Example: The prospector spent months searching the mountains for gold.

prospectus

IPA: /prəˈspɛktəs/

KK: /prəˈspɛktəs/

noun

Definition: A document that provides important information about a business, educational program, or investment opportunity, aimed at potential buyers or participants.

Example: The university sent out a prospectus to attract new students for the upcoming academic year.

prosper

IPA: /ˈprɒspə/

KK: /ˈprɑːspər/

verb

Definition: To be successful or to do well, especially in terms of wealth or health.

Example: Many businesses prosper when they adapt to changing market conditions.

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