How to Pronounce "accessory"
word
/ækˈsɛsɝi/
ak-SES-ur-ee
/ɐksˈɛsəɹˌi/
ak-SES-uh-ree
Definition
An accessory is a small item added to something else to make it more useful, attractive, or complete, like jewelry or phone cases. It can also mean a person who helps in a crime but is not the main person involved.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ækˈsɛsɝi/
British English
/ɐksˈɛsəɹˌi/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
ak-SES-ur-ee
UK
ak-SES-uh-ree
Listen in Context
She wore a red scarf as an accessory.
This phone case is my favorite accessory.
The police arrested him as an accessory to the crime.
A belt is a simple accessory that can change your whole outfit.