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Meaning in simple English, pronunciation and examples

Pronunciation: US /ˌbrɪŋ əˈbaʊt/

bring about means: To make something happen.

verb

CAUSEB2

To make something happen.

  • The new law brought about change.
  • Heavy rain brought about the collapse of the wall.
  • Could this discovery bring about better treatments?

How to use it: bring about something (The talks brought about a lasting peace.)

Similar words: cause, lead to

Opposites: prevent

Common phrases: bring about change, bring about something

ACHIEVEC1

To achieve a result that you have worked or planned for.

  • They worked to bring about peace.
  • The lawyer brought about a fair settlement.
  • Can further talks bring about the desired result?

Similar words: achieve, accomplish

Common phrases: bring about agreement, bring about peace

Questions about bring about

What does bring about mean?

To make something happen.

What is bring about in other languages?

Türkçe: yol açmak · Español: provocar · Français: provoquer · Deutsch: bewirken · Italiano: causare · 日本語: 引き起こす

How do you pronounce bring about?

It is pronounced /ˌbrɪŋ əˈbaʊt/.

How do you use bring about in a sentence?

The new law brought about change. Heavy rain brought about the collapse of the wall.

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