How to Pronounce "custodial"
word
kəˈstoʊdiəɫ
kuh-STOH-dee-uhl
kʌstˈəʊdɪəl
kus-TOH-dee-uhl
Definition
Relating to the care, supervision, or guardian responsibility for something or someone. Commonly used for people who manage custody (like children or prisoners) or for those who clean and maintain buildings.
IPA Transcription
American English
kəˈstoʊdiəɫ
British English
kʌstˈəʊdɪəl
Simplified Pronunciation
US
kuh-STOH-dee-uhl
UK
kus-TOH-dee-uhl
Listen in Context
He has a custodial job at the school.
The mother is the custodial parent.
He was given a custodial sentence by the judge.
All custodial staff must wear ID badges at all times.