Which of the following is the main purpose of a dictionary?(1 point)
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to provide definitions and pronunciation of words
to provide definitions and pronunciation of words
to provide a list of synonyms and antonyms for words
to provide a list of synonyms and antonyms for words
to provide information about technical words related to a text
to provide information about technical words related to a text
to provide a list of words in alphabetical order
The main purpose of a dictionary is to provide definitions and pronunciation of words.
The main purpose of a dictionary is to provide definitions and pronunciation of words.
The main purpose of a dictionary is to provide definitions and pronunciation of words. It helps us understand the meaning and correct pronunciation of words in a language. Dictionaries are designed to give us information about the meaning, usage, and spelling of words. They contain definitions that explain the meaning of words, and also often provide guidance on how to pronounce them, including guides such as phonetic symbols or pronunciation guides. Therefore, the correct answer is option 1: to provide definitions and pronunciation of words.
Which symbol in the dictionary shows a stressed syllable?(1 point)
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a line above a letter
a line above a letter
a curved symbol above a letter
a curved symbol above a letter
a dot in the middle of a word
a dot in the middle of a word
an accent mark
An accent mark is the symbol in the dictionary that shows a stressed syllable.
What is a word's pronunciation?(1 point)
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the meaning of a word
the meaning of a word
the correct way to spell a word
the correct way to spell a word
the origin of a word
the origin of a word
the correct way to say a word
A word's pronunciation refers to the correct way to say a word.
Where is the part of speech located in a dictionary entry?(1 point)
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before the entry word
before the entry word
in parentheses after the entry word
in parentheses after the entry word
after the pronunciation
after the pronunciation
in the numbered definitions that follow the entry word
The part of speech is typically located before the entry word in a dictionary entry.
Which of the following describes a stressed syllable?(1 point)
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the first letter of a word
the first letter of a word
the part of a word pronounced with force
the part of a word pronounced with force
the root word
the root word
the part of a word that is silent