Record vs. Record ⏺️

Stressed syllable in CAPITALS a DEcrease (noun) amount by which something becomes smaller in size or number The rise in tuition fees has led to a DEcrease in the number of students applying to our courses. to deCREASE (verb) make the amount or number of something smaller We hope that by introducing trams, we can deCREASE the level of pollution in the city centre.

an INcrease (noun) amount by which something becomes bigger in size or number There has been a big INcrease in the number of young unemployed people in many European countries in the last few years to inCREASE (verb) make the amount or number of something bigger After putting the rice in the water, inCREASE the temperature until the water starts to boil

a PREsent (noun) something you give to someone on a special occasion like a birthday or wedding The best PREsent was my new mobile. I couldn’t believe it when I unwrapped it! to preSENT (verb) show, give or introduce The Queen is going to preSENT the medals to the winners.

an INvite (noun) invitation, written or spoken, to go somewhere I’m sorry I can’t come for a drink with you tomorrow night, but thanks for the INvite anyway! to inVITE (verb) ask someone to go somewhere How many people did you inVITE for dinner? We’ve only got six chairs!

a REcord (noun) the best ever done, often in sport; music or song you can buy on a CD or download The Guinness Book of Records has some fascinating REcords, like how far a dog can ride a scooter! to reCORD (verb) store sounds, music or information so they can be used later A good way to practise speaking English is to reCORD your voice on your phone and listen to yourself.

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