How to Pronounce "ancillary"
word
ˈænsəˌɫɛɹi
AN-suh-LAIR-ee
ˈænsɪləɹi
AN-si-luh-ree
Definition
Describes something that provides extra help or support to a main thing or activity; it means additional, supplementary, or secondary.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈænsəˌɫɛɹi
British English
ˈænsɪləɹi
Simplified Pronunciation
US
AN-suh-LAIR-ee
UK
AN-si-luh-ree
Listen in Context
The hospital provides ancillary services like x-rays and lab tests.
Ancillary staff help the main team with their work.
Printing is an ancillary function in the office.
Many companies rely on ancillary businesses to handle their IT support.