How to Pronounce "vest"
word
/ˈvɛst/
vest
/vˈɛst/
vest
Definition
A vest is a sleeveless piece of clothing that you wear over your shirt or under a jacket. In American English, it usually refers to a dressy garment worn with a suit; in British English, it means an undershirt.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈvɛst/
British English
/vˈɛst/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
vest
UK
vest
Listen in Context
He wears a vest under his shirt every day.
She bought a new vest for her suit.
The safety vest is bright orange.
I left my vest at the dry cleaner's—now I can't wear my full suit.