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How to pronounce match
Say it like this: /ˈmætʃ/. Listen to real recordings below and compare how it sounds in different accents.
What does match mean?
nounAny contest or trial of strength or skill, or to determine superiority.
“A solemn match was made; he lost the prize.”
A competitive sporting event such as a boxing meet, a baseball game, or a cricket match.
“My local team are playing in a match against their arch-rivals today.”
Equality of conditions in contest or competition.
“It were no match, your nail against his horn.”
verbTo agree; to be equal; to correspond.
“These two copies are supposed to be identical, but they don't match.”
To agree with; to be equal to; to correspond to.
“His interests didn't match her interests.”
To equal or exceed in achievement.
“She matched him at every turn: anything he could do, she could do as well or better.”
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