How to Pronounce Preside

To pronounce "preside", say PRES-id-e — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

7

Letters

PRES-id-e

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💡 Tip for remembering “preside”

"preside" has 3 syllables: pres-id-e. It rhymes with abide and stride, if that helps it stick.

What does preside mean?

verb

  1. To act as president or chairperson.
  2. To exercise authority or control, oversit.

Words that rhyme with preside

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

abidestridesnidechidederideprovideglidepreoccupiedgratifieddignifiedmortifiedidentified

Related words

chairchairmanshipchairpersonpresidencyofficiateofficergovernreplace

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "preside"?▾

"Preside" has 3 syllables: pres · id · e.

What does "preside" mean?▾

Preside: To act as president or chairperson.

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