How to Pronounce "propriety"
word
pɹəˈpɹaɪəti
pruh-PRY-uh-tee
pɹəpɹˈaɪəti
pruh-PRY-uh-tee
Definition
Propriety is correct or proper behavior according to social or moral standards. It can also refer to the state of being appropriate for a situation.
IPA Transcription
American English
pɹəˈpɹaɪəti
British English
pɹəpɹˈaɪəti
Simplified Pronunciation
US
pruh-PRY-uh-tee
UK
pruh-PRY-uh-tee
Listen in Context
She always acts with propriety at work.
Teachers expect a certain level of propriety from students.
He questioned the propriety of her comments.
Some people worry too much about social propriety and forget to be themselves.