How to Pronounce "proprietor"
word
pɹəˈpɹaɪətɝ
pruh-PRY-uh-ter
pɹəpɹˈaɪətɐ
pruh-PRY-uh-tuh
Definition
A proprietor is a person who owns a business, property, or establishment, especially a small one.
IPA Transcription
American English
pɹəˈpɹaɪətɝ
British English
pɹəpɹˈaɪətɐ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
pruh-PRY-uh-ter
UK
pruh-PRY-uh-tuh
Listen in Context
The proprietor of the bakery comes to work early every day.
Ask the proprietor if you can use the restroom.
The proprietor owns three small shops in town.
You should speak to the proprietor about getting a refund; he's usually in the back office.