third-person singular verb
Presents one person to another person or to a group so they can meet.
The presenter introduces the guest speaker.
Maria introduces her new colleague at the meeting.
American English
How to pronounce introduces
verbB1Common word
ihntruhDOOsihz
/ˌɪn.tɹəˈdu.sɪz/
4 syllables · Stress the third syllable.
Form of introduce
Presents one person to another person or to a group so they can meet.
What to listen for
“Introduces” is usually pronounced /ˌɪn.tɹəˈdu.sɪz/, but some speakers say /ˌɪn.tɹoʊˈdu.sɪz/.
Meanings & examples
third-person singular verb
Helps someone learn about or experience an activity, place, culture, or subject for the first time.
Her coach introduces her to rock climbing.
The course introduces students to basic computer skills.
third-person singular verb
Mentions or explains a subject, idea, or question for the first time so people can begin to discuss it.
The teacher introduces a new concept in class.
She introduces the question at the start of the discussion.
third-person singular verb
Starts using, making available, or selling something new.
The company introduces a cheaper phone this month.
The city introduces new recycling rules.
Useful expressions
to say your name and tell people who you are
Please introduce yourself to the class.
to present one person to another person
I'd like to introduce you to my wife.
to help someone discover or try something for the first time
My cousin introduced me to salsa dancing.
Related words & forms
Drop the final e before -ing: introducing, not introduceing.