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How to pronounce serious
Say it like this: /ˈsɪə.ɹi.əs/. Listen to real recordings below and compare how it sounds in different accents.
What does serious mean?
adjWithout humor or expression of happiness; grave in manner or disposition.
“It was a surprise to see the captain, who had always seemed so serious, laugh so heartily.”
Important; weighty; not insignificant.
“This is a serious problem. We'll need our best experts.”
Really intending what is said (or planned, etc); in earnest; not jocular or deceiving.
“He says he wants to buy the team, but is he serious?”
advseriously, in a serious manner (most often heard in take or mean serious)
“The only time I walk out on singin' is when there's muckin' about and youse don't take it serious.”
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