How to Pronounce "priority"
word
/pɹaɪˈɔɹəti/
pry-OR-uh-tee
/pɹaɪˈɒɹɪti/
pry-O-ri-tee
Definition
A priority is something that is more important than other things and should be dealt with first. It can also mean the right to go before someone or something else.
IPA Transcription
American English
/pɹaɪˈɔɹəti/
British English
/pɹaɪˈɒɹɪti/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
pry-OR-uh-tee
UK
pry-O-ri-tee
Listen in Context
My family is my priority.
Safety should be our first priority.
This task is not a priority right now.
I know it's important, but it isn't my top priority this week.