How to Pronounce "occupies"
word
ˈɑkjəˌpaɪz
AH-kyuh-pyz
ˈɒkjʊpˌaɪz
OK-yuh-pyz
Definition
'Occupies' means to take up space or time, or to live in or use a place. It can also mean to keep someone busy.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɑkjəˌpaɪz
British English
ˈɒkjʊpˌaɪz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
AH-kyuh-pyz
UK
OK-yuh-pyz
Listen in Context
The sofa occupies most of the living room.
The meeting occupies two hours every week.
She occupies the office in the corner.
His work completely occupies his mind these days.