How to Pronounce "refined"
word
/ɹəˈfaɪnd/
ri-FYND
/ɹɪfˈaɪnd/
ri-FYND
Definition
Made pure or free from unwanted substances; also describes someone or something elegant, polite, or showing high quality or taste.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ɹəˈfaɪnd/
British English
/ɹɪfˈaɪnd/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
ri-FYND
UK
ri-FYND
Listen in Context
This cake is made with refined sugar.
She has very refined manners.
Oil must be refined before it can be used as fuel.
He's got such a refined sense of humor—very subtle and clever.