conduce — To help bring about or contribute to a particular result or situation, usually something positive.
Part of speech: VERB
Definition: To help bring about or contribute to a particular result or situation, usually something positive.
Pronunciation (IPA): /kənˈduːs/
Korean meaning: 도움이 되다, 기여하다
Korean pronunciation: 컨-듀스 (강세: 듀스)
Example Sentences
- His terrible jokes somehow conduce to breaking the ice at parties.
- Drinking coffee at midnight doesn't exactly conduce to a good night's sleep.
- A positive attitude conduces to better performance in the workplace.
conduce
VERB//kənˈduːs//
To help bring about or contribute to a particular result or situation, usually something positive.
To help bring about or contribute to a particular result or situation, usually something positive.
Good methods conduce to what we produce and deduce!
🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'conducere' meaning 'to lead together' or 'to bring together.' The word evolved to mean contributing toward a favorable result or outcome.
🎵Rhyme
📝Examples
“His terrible jokes somehow conduce to breaking the ice at parties.”
“Drinking coffee at midnight doesn't exactly conduce to a good night's sleep.”
“A positive attitude conduces to better performance in the workplace.”
“Proper nutrition and exercise conduce to longevity.”
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