How to Pronounce "relief"
word
/ɹiˈɫif/
ri-LEEF
/ɹɪlˈiːf/
ri-LEEF
Definition
Relief is the feeling of comfort when something painful, stressful, or worrying becomes less serious or ends. It can also mean help given to people in need, or a raised design in art or sculpture.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ɹiˈɫif/
British English
/ɹɪlˈiːf/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
ri-LEEF
UK
ri-LEEF
Listen in Context
I felt relief after the exam ended.
This medicine gives relief from pain.
The wall has a beautiful relief of a bird.
To my relief, they said the damage wasn't serious.