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How to pronounce secretary
Say it like this: /ˈsɛk.(ɹ)əˌtɛɹ.i/. Listen to real recordings below and compare how it sounds in different accents.
What does secretary mean?
nounA person who keeps records, takes notes and handles general clerical work.
“I have a personal secretary to help me organize my clients.”
The head of a department of government.
“Well briefly, sir, I am the Permanent Under Secretary of State, known as the Permanent Secretary.”
A managerial or leading position in certain non-profit organizations, such as political parties, trade unions, international organizations.
“Ban Ki-Moon was a secretary general of the United Nations.”
verbTo serve as a secretary of.
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