How to Pronounce "petitioned"
word
pəˈtɪʃənd
puh-TISH-und
pətˈɪʃənd
puh-TISH-und
Definition
Asked for something, especially a change or help, by making a formal written request, often signed by many people.
IPA Transcription
American English
pəˈtɪʃənd
British English
pətˈɪʃənd
Simplified Pronunciation
US
puh-TISH-und
UK
puh-TISH-und
Listen in Context
They petitioned the city to build a new park.
She petitioned the court for custody of her child.
We petitioned for longer library hours.
The students petitioned the administration after the tuition increase.