How to Pronounce "negotiator"
word
/nəˈɡoʊʃiˌeɪtɝ/, /nɪˈɡoʊʃiˌeɪtɝ/
nuh-GOH-shee-ay-ter
/nɪɡˈəʊʃɪˌeɪtɐ/
ni-GOH-shee-ay-tuh
Definition
A negotiator is a person who talks with others to reach an agreement, especially in business, politics, or conflict situations.
IPA Transcription
American English
/nəˈɡoʊʃiˌeɪtɝ/, /nɪˈɡoʊʃiˌeɪtɝ/
British English
/nɪɡˈəʊʃɪˌeɪtɐ/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
nuh-GOH-shee-ay-ter
UK
ni-GOH-shee-ay-tuh
Listen in Context
She is a skilled negotiator for her company.
A negotiator tries to find solutions that make everyone happy.
The police called in a negotiator during the crisis.
Being a good negotiator means listening as much as talking.