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How to pronounce 'occupy' in American English

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Pronunciation of "occupy"

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Simple pronunciation
ah-kyuh-pai
IPA transcription
/ˈɑ.kjə.paɪ/
Word frequency
6,686th

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What does "occupy" mean?

  1. 1.to live in, fill, or take up something
  2. 2.to keep someone busy or to use time

Examples of "occupy" in a sentence

  • The students occupy the library during exams.
  • How long will the meeting occupy your afternoon?
  • I don't want to occupy your time.

How common is "occupy"?

Occupy is the 6,686th most common word in English.

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