How to Pronounce "environment"
word
/ɪnˈvaɪɹənmənt/
in-VY-ruhn-muhnt
/ɛnvˈaɪɹənmənt/
in-VY-ruhn-muhnt
Definition
The environment is the surroundings or conditions in which people, animals, or things exist and develop. It can mean the natural world, or the atmosphere and situation in a place such as a school or workplace.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ɪnˈvaɪɹənmənt/
British English
/ɛnvˈaɪɹənmənt/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
in-VY-ruhn-muhnt
UK
in-VY-ruhn-muhnt
Listen in Context
We must protect the environment.
This school has a friendly environment.
Plants need a clean environment to grow.
Kids learn faster when the home environment is supportive.