How to Pronounce "midlife"
word
ˈmɪdˌɫaɪf
MID-lyfe
mˈɪdlaɪf
MID-lyfe
Definition
The middle period of a person's life, usually between young adulthood and old age, often considered to be from about 40 to 60 years old.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈmɪdˌɫaɪf
British English
mˈɪdlaɪf
Simplified Pronunciation
US
MID-lyfe
UK
MID-lyfe
Listen in Context
She is in midlife now and thinking about changing her career.
Many people face big life changes in midlife.
Regular exercise is important in midlife for good health.
He bought a motorcycle in midlife, just for fun.