Cool MateMeaning of Preside
to lead or be in charge of a meeting, ceremony, etc.
In simple words: To lead a meeting or event.
Preside in a sentence
- the presiding judge
- They asked if I would preside at the committee meeting.
- The party presided over one of the worst economic declines in the country's history *(= it was in power when the decline happened)*.
- Judge Charles Watkins presided over the appeal hearing.
- The Archbishop presided at a special mass in the city's cathedral.
How to use Preside
Typically used in formal situations, like meetings or ceremonies. It's not common in casual conversation.
Grammar pattern
preside + over + object
Memory hint
Imagine a 'president' at a table ‘over’ everyone.
Related words
Collocations with Preside
- preside over a meeting
- preside over a ceremony
- preside over a discussion
- preside over a board
- preside over an event
Common mistakes with Preside
- Using 'preside' without 'over' when referring to what you are leading.
- Confusing 'preside' with 'president' as a synonym.
- Incorrectly using 'preside' in informal contexts.
Compare Preside with Lead, Chair, Supervise, Control, Manage
Preside appears in
Preside in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
ترأس
تقود اجتماعًا أو حدثًا.
- Bengaliবাংলা
সভাপতি করা, পরিচালনা করা
কোনো সভা বা অনুষ্ঠানের নেতৃত্ব দেওয়া।
- GermanDeutsch
Vorsitzen
Den Vorsitz bei einer Besprechung oder Veranstaltung führen.
- SpanishEspañol
Presidir
Liderar una reunión o evento.
- Persianفارسی
رئیس بودن
رهبری یک جلسه یا رویداد.
- FrenchFrançais
Présider
Diriger une réunion ou un événement.
- Hindiहिन्दी
अध्यक्षता करना
किसी बैठक या कार्यक्रम का नेतृत्व करना।
- ItalianItaliano
Presiedere
Guidare una riunione o un evento.
- PortuguesePortuguês
Presidir
Comandar uma reunião ou evento.
- RussianРусский
Председательствовать, руководить
Возглавлять собрание или мероприятие.
- Urduاردو
صدارت کرنا، صدارت کرنا
کسی میٹنگ یا ایونٹ کی قیادت کرنا۔
- Chinese中文
主持
领导会议或活动。
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Frequently asked questions about Preside
What does Preside mean?
To lead a meeting or event.
What is the definition of Preside?
to lead or be in charge of a meeting, ceremony, etc.
How do you use Preside in a sentence?
the presiding judge
Can you give another example of Preside?
They asked if I would preside at the committee meeting.
What are synonyms for Preside?
Common alternatives include lead, chair, supervise, control, manage.
What is the opposite of Preside?
Opposite meanings include follow, obey.
What words go with Preside?
It commonly pairs with preside over a meeting, preside over a ceremony, preside over a discussion, preside over a board, preside over an event.
What are common mistakes when using Preside?
Using 'preside' without 'over' when referring to what you are leading. Confusing 'preside' with 'president' as a synonym. Incorrectly using 'preside' in informal contexts.
How do you pronounce Preside?
US: /["/prɪˈzaɪd/","/prɪˈzaɪdz/","/prɪˈzaɪdɪd/","/prɪˈzaɪdɪŋ/"]/, UK: /["/prɪˈzaɪd/","/prɪˈzaɪdz/","/prɪˈzaɪdɪd/","/prɪˈzaɪdɪŋ/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
Is Preside formal or informal?
"Preside" is formal, so it fits professional, business, or academic conversations.
When should I use Preside?
Typically used in formal situations, like meetings or ceremonies. It's not common in casual conversation.
What CEFR level is Preside?
"Preside" is at C1 level on the CEFR scale.