How to Pronounce "professorial"
word
ˌpɹoʊfəˈsɔɹiəɫ
proh-fuh-SOR-ee-uhl
pɹəfɪsˈɔːɹɪəl
pruh-fiss-OR-ee-uhl
Definition
Describes something or someone that is typical of a professor, especially in their manner, attitude, or appearance.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˌpɹoʊfəˈsɔɹiəɫ
British English
pɹəfɪsˈɔːɹɪəl
Simplified Pronunciation
US
proh-fuh-SOR-ee-uhl
UK
pruh-fiss-OR-ee-uhl
Listen in Context
He gave me a professorial explanation about the stars.
She wore a professorial jacket to the meeting.
His voice sounded very professorial when he spoke.
He adjusted his glasses in a professorial way before starting the lecture.