How to Pronounce "parolees"
word
pɝˌoʊˈɫiz
per-OH-LEEZ
pˈæɹəʊlˌiːz
puh-ROHL-EEZ
Definition
People who have been released from prison early but must follow certain rules and be supervised.
IPA Transcription
American English
pɝˌoʊˈɫiz
British English
pˈæɹəʊlˌiːz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
per-OH-LEEZ
UK
puh-ROHL-EEZ
Listen in Context
The parolees must report to their officers every week.
There are many programs to help parolees find jobs.
The city supports housing for parolees.
Some parolees struggle to adjust to life outside prison.