How to Pronounce "ultimatum"
word
/ˌəɫtəˈmeɪtəm/
uhl-tuh-MAY-tum
/ˌʌltɪmˈeɪtəm/
UL-tim-AY-tum
Definition
An ultimatum is a final demand or statement of terms, with a threat that something bad will happen if these terms are not accepted.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˌəɫtəˈmeɪtəm/
British English
/ˌʌltɪmˈeɪtəm/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
uhl-tuh-MAY-tum
UK
UL-tim-AY-tum
Listen in Context
He gave her an ultimatum: move in with him or end the relationship.
The company sent an ultimatum to workers: return to work or be fired.
The government issued an ultimatum to the rebels.
If you don't clean your room, that's your mom's ultimatum: no TV for a week!