How to Pronounce "prospective"
word
/pɹəˈspɛktɪv/
pruh-SPEK-tiv
/pɹəspˈɛktɪv/
pruh-SPEK-tiv
Definition
Describes someone or something that is likely to become or expected to be in the future, such as a potential customer or a possible future event.
IPA Transcription
American English
/pɹəˈspɛktɪv/
British English
/pɹəspˈɛktɪv/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
pruh-SPEK-tiv
UK
pruh-SPEK-tiv
Listen in Context
She went to meet her prospective employer.
The university invited all prospective students to a tour.
We talked to a few prospective buyers about the house.
If you're a prospective parent, you should attend the orientation session.