How to Pronounce "governed"
word
ˈɡəvɝnd
GUH-vernd
ɡˈʌvənd
GUHV-uhnd
Definition
Controlled, directed, or ruled by a government, leader, set of rules, or authority.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɡəvɝnd
British English
ɡˈʌvənd
Simplified Pronunciation
US
GUH-vernd
UK
GUHV-uhnd
Listen in Context
The country is governed by elected officials.
Laws are governed by the constitution.
This school is governed by strict rules.
Decisions here are governed by a committee, not one person.