How to Pronounce "development"
word
/dɪˈvɛɫəpmənt/
di-VEL-uhp-muhnt
/dɪvˈɛləpmənt/
di-VEL-uhp-muhnt
Definition
Development is the process of growing, changing, or becoming more advanced. It can refer to a child's physical or mental growth, progress in a situation or project, or the building of new houses, roads, or other structures.
IPA Transcription
American English
/dɪˈvɛɫəpmənt/
British English
/dɪvˈɛləpmənt/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
di-VEL-uhp-muhnt
UK
di-VEL-uhp-muhnt
Listen in Context
There’s been a really interesting development in the case this morning.
The city needs more development in public transport.
Child development is important for teachers to understand.
They started a new housing development near the river.