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The word "pro" is most commonly used as a casual shortening of "professional." While it is widely accepted in conversation, you should use the full word "professional" in formal writing or academic essays. When referring to arguments for and against something, "pro" is almost always paired with its opposite, "con," in the phrase "pros and cons." As an adjective (e.g., "that looks very pro"), the word is more informal and describes a high quality of work rather than a person's employment status.

💬Trò chuyện

🎬Tuesday afternoon, Chloe is procrastinating on a term paper while Ryan is gaming.
Chloe Smith

I'm totally bombing this essay. I need a pro to ghostwrite it for me.

Chloe Smith
Ryan
Ryan

bet. just pay someone on fiverr

💡
Chloe uses 'pro' to refer to a professional writer, while using the slang 'bombing' (failing miserably) and 'ghostwrite'. Ryan responds with 'bet', a common Gen-Z term for agreement or affirmation.

Ý nghĩa

noun

A professional person, especially in a particular field or sport.

"She's a real pro when it comes to negotiating contracts."

noun

An argument or consideration in favor of a particular proposal or course of action.

"We need to weigh the pros and cons before making a decision."

adjective

Professional; exhibiting the skill or qualities of a professional.

"The lighting in this video looks very pro."

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