How to Pronounce "imperial"
word
/ˌɪmˈpɪɹiəɫ/
im-PEER-ee-uhl
/ɪmpˈiəɹɪəl/
im-PEER-ee-uhl
Definition
Relating to an empire, an emperor, or the power and style connected with empires. It can also refer to things used in or characteristic of an empire.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˌɪmˈpɪɹiəɫ/
British English
/ɪmpˈiəɹɪəl/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
im-PEER-ee-uhl
UK
im-PEER-ee-uhl
Listen in Context
The imperial army marched through the city.
The emperor lived in the imperial palace.
They used imperial measurements in England for a long time.
That dish is served in true imperial style – so fancy!