How to Pronounce "secured"
word
/sɪkˈjʊɹd/
si-KYOORD
/sɪkjˈɔːd/
si-KYAWD
Definition
Fixed or fastened so as not to give way, or made safe. Can also mean obtained or achieved, especially referring to something important or valuable.
IPA Transcription
American English
/sɪkˈjʊɹd/
British English
/sɪkjˈɔːd/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
si-KYOORD
UK
si-KYAWD
Listen in Context
The doors were secured before everyone went home.
He secured a loan from the bank.
The child was secured in his car seat.
We finally secured a reservation at the new restaurant.