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How to pronounce and
Say it like this: /ˈænd/. Listen to real recordings below and compare how it sounds in different accents.
What does and mean?
conjAs a coordinating conjunction; expressing two elements to be taken together or in addition to each other.
“In the beginning God created the heaven and the earth.”
Simply connecting two clauses or sentences.
“"Consensus is essential for the country," he said, adding that he was not "tied" to his post and was willing to step aside.”
Introducing a clause or sentence which follows on in time or consequence from the first.
“I'd been walking since sunrise, and I was hungry.”
nounIn rhythm, the second half of a divided beat.
“The same goes for measure 42, when you begin the phrase on the and of 1, because that kind of lick can easily bog down the time.”
verbTo breathe; whisper; devise; imagine.
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