English Expression · Advanced
prayer book
Book of Common Prayer
Pronunciation: /ˈpreə bʊk/
Meaning
The traditional Anglican book of prayers and forms of worship.
Example
The priest read a service from the prayer book.
The priest read a service from the prayer book.
Practice tips
- Practice prayer book out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this English expression is for advanced-level learners.