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How to pronounce private
Say it like this: [ˈpʰɹaɪ̯vɪt]. Listen to real recordings below and compare how it sounds in different accents.
What does private mean?
adjBelonging or pertaining to an individual person, group of people, or entity that is not the state.
“In some countries, healthcare is provided by both the government and private companies.”
Relating to an individual or group of individuals outside of their official roles; often, sensitive or personal.
“This book is her private journal.”
Not publicly known or divulged; secret, confidential; (of a message) intended only for a specific person or group.
“The identity of the beneficiaries of the trust is private.”
nounA soldier of the lowest rank in the army.
A doctor working in privately rather than publicly funded health care.
The genitals.
verbTo make something hidden from the public (without deleting it permanently).
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