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intro

noun · verb

Simple meaning

The opening sequence at beginning of a film, television program.

Pronunciation

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introh

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IPA pronunciation (US)

ˈɪntɹoʊ

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Word Review

Definition

Everyday modern meanings first, grouped by part of speech.

noun

  1. informal

    The opening sequence at beginning of a film, television program, etc.

  2. informal

    An introduction.

verb

  1. informaltransitive

    To introduce.

Word at a Glance

Difficulty
A2 · Elementary (estimated)
Frequency
Common
Typical Use
Everyday English

Word Aura™

How this word commonly comes across.

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This meaning: The opening sequence at beginning of a film, television program, etc.

Used this way, intro is a reasonably familiar word that usually carries little praise or criticism of its own. It turns up most in everyday conversation and social media or informal writing contexts.

Emotional tone
Neutral
Formality
Casual
Intensity
Not strongly marked
How common
Moderately common
Connotation
Playful
Usage feel
Casual and conversational

Where it naturally appears

  • Everyday conversation
  • Social media/informal writing

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More ways to use intro

  • “The speaker gave a brief intro before starting his presentation.”noun

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