How to Pronounce "parties"
word
/ˈpɑɹtiz/
PAR-deez
/pˈɑːtɪz/
PAH-tiz
Definition
Plural of 'party'. It usually means social events where people meet to celebrate, but it can also mean political organizations or the people/sides involved in a legal agreement or dispute.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈpɑɹtiz/
British English
/pˈɑːtɪz/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
PAR-deez
UK
PAH-tiz
Listen in Context
We went to two parties last weekend.
The two parties signed the agreement today.
Young people often talk about different political parties.
Holiday parties at work are fun until someone starts talking about the boss.