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Appraise

uh-PRAYZ

/əˈpreɪz/

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Syllable breakdown

appraise

Dictionary meaning

To assess the value or quality of something. (Apprise = to inform someone.)

Common mispronunciations

confusing with apprise

Pronunciation tips

Appraise = evaluate; Apprise = inform/update.

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