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How to pronounce holiday
Say it like this: /ˈhɑləˌdeɪ/. Listen to real recordings below and compare how it sounds in different accents.
What does holiday mean?
nounA day on which a religious event or secular celebration is traditionally observed.
“Today is a Wiccan holiday!”
A day declared free from work by the state or government.
A period of one or more days taken off work for leisure and often travel; often plural.
“How much holiday are you allowed?”
verbTo take a period of time away from work or study.
To spend a period of time in recreational travel.
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