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How to pronounce survey
Say it like this: /ˈsɝˌveɪ/. Listen to real recordings below and compare how it sounds in different accents.
What does survey mean?
nounThe act of surveying; a general view.
“Under his proud survey the city lies.”
A particular view; an examination, especially an official examination, of a particular group of items, in order to ascertain the condition, quantity, or quality.
“A survey of the stores of a ship; a survey of roads and bridges; a survey of buildings.”
The operation of finding the contour, dimensions, position, or other particulars of any part of the Earth's surface.
verbTo inspect, or take a view of; to view with attention, as from a high place; to overlook
“He stood on a hill, and surveyed the surrounding country.”
To view with a scrutinizing eye; to examine.
To examine with reference to condition, situation, value, etc.; to examine and ascertain the state of
“It was his job to survey buildings in order to determine their value and risks.”
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