How to Pronounce "behoove"
word
bɪˈhuv
bih-HOOV
bɪˈhuːv
bih-HOOV
Definition
If something behooves you, it means it is necessary, proper, or appropriate for you to do it, often for reasons of duty or advantage.
IPA Transcription
American English
bɪˈhuv
British English
bɪˈhuːv
Simplified Pronunciation
US
bih-HOOV
UK
bih-HOOV
Listen in Context
It behooves us to arrive on time for the meeting.
It would behoove you to study before the test.
It does not behoove anyone to ignore safety rules.
It behooves the manager to address team concerns quickly.