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emphasis

/ˈɛm.fə.sɪs/

emphasisnoun

emphases

/ˈɛm.fə.sɪs/

Translations

In the word 'photograph', the emphasis is on the first syllable.

В слове 'фотография' ударение падает на первый слог.

The emphasis on teamwork was evident in the company's culture.

Подчёркивание командной работы было очевидно в культуре компании.

The teacher placed an emphasis on the importance of reading.

Учитель сделал акцент на важности чтения.

Additional translations

особое внимание

Definitions

Special importance, value, or prominence given to something.

The teacher placed a strong emphasis on the importance of completing homework on time.

Stress laid on a word or words to indicate special meaning or particular importance.

In the sentence, 'I did not say he stole the money,' the emphasis can change the meaning depending on which word is stressed.

Synonyms

emphasisadjective

/ˈem.fə.sɪs/

/ˈɛm.fə.sɪs/

Attributive use before another noun; not gradable.

Definitions

Used attributively to denote something that gives special importance or prominence.

The emphasis mark indicates which syllable is stressed.