How to Pronounce "pressure"
word
/ˈpɹɛʃɝ/
PRE-shur
/pɹˈɛʃɐ/
PRE-shuh
Definition
Pressure is the force applied to something, especially on a surface. It can also mean the feeling that you must do something or succeed because of stress, expectations, or difficult circumstances.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈpɹɛʃɝ/
British English
/pɹˈɛʃɐ/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
PRE-shur
UK
PRE-shuh
Listen in Context
The doctor checked my blood pressure.
There is a lot of pressure at work this week.
Too much pressure can break the glass.
I was under a lot of pressure to finish the project on time.