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How to pronounce presentation

nounB1Common word
pʰrehznTʰEYshn

/ˌpʰɹɛ.zn̩ˈtʰeɪ.ʃn̩/

4 syllables · Stress the third syllable.

A planned talk in which you give information to a group, often with slides.

What to listen for

In “presentation,” the strongest beat is on the “ta” syllable: /ˌpʰɹɛ.zn̩ˈtʰeɪ.ʃn̩/. Keep the earlier syllables lighter.

Practice out loud

Meanings & examples

noun

A planned talk in which you give information to a group, often with slides.

She gave a presentation on workplace safety.

Our team has a presentation tomorrow.

Good to know

The usual verb is give: give a presentation.

Common phrases & grammar

give a presentation · presentation slides · presentation skills · PowerPoint presentation

give a presentation on + topic

a presentation about + topic

noun

The way information, a product, or a meal is arranged and shown to people.

The dessert's presentation was beautiful.

The report's presentation is clear and easy to follow.

Common phrases & grammar

clear presentation · professional presentation · food presentation · visual presentation

the presentation of + information

a clear presentation of + data

Useful expressions

give a presentation

to give a talk that explains information to an audience

I have to give a presentation on Friday.

PowerPoint presentation

a presentation made with PowerPoint slides

She used a PowerPoint presentation to explain the plan.

presentation skills

the ability to give clear and effective talks

Good presentation skills help you speak with confidence.

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