How to pronounce provide

Say it like this: /pɹəˈvaɪd/. Listen to real recordings below and compare how it sounds in different accents.

American/pɹəˈvaɪd/

What does provide mean?

verbTo make a living; earn money for necessities.

“It is difficult to provide for my family working on minimum wage.”

To act to prepare for something.

“provide against disaster.”

To establish as a previous condition; to stipulate.

“The contract provides that the work be well done.”

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