entail

Intermediate

/ɪnˈteɪl/

verb
To include as a necessary step

entail in a sentence

  • “Building a new fence entails tearing down the old one.”
  • “He accepted the responsibility, with all that it entails.”
  • “A lavish wedding entails extensive planning and often staggering expense.”
  • “But how likely is the proposal to advance and what does the process entail?”

What does “entail” mean?

entail (verb) means to include as a necessary step. It is pronounced /ɪnˈteɪl/. Vocaby pairs the definition with audio and real example sentences so the word is easy to remember — and brings it back for review right before you'd forget it.

Frequently asked questions

What does "entail" mean?
entail (verb) means: To include as a necessary step
How do you pronounce "entail"?
"entail" is pronounced /ɪnˈteɪl/ in IPA. You can tap to hear it spoken aloud in the Vocaby app.
How do you use "entail" in a sentence?
Here is "entail" used in a sentence: Building a new fence entails tearing down the old one.

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