How to Pronounce "irrespective"
word
ˌɪɹəˈspɛktɪv
ir-uh-SPEK-tiv
ɪɹɪspˈɛktɪv
ir-i-SPEK-tiv
Definition
Used to say that something does not depend on or is not affected by something else; no matter what the situation is.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˌɪɹəˈspɛktɪv
British English
ɪɹɪspˈɛktɪv
Simplified Pronunciation
US
ir-uh-SPEK-tiv
UK
ir-i-SPEK-tiv
Listen in Context
She treats everyone the same, irrespective of their background.
The law applies to everyone, irrespective of age.
Admission is open to all, irrespective of nationality.
Irrespective of what you decide, I’ll support you.