How to Pronounce "cathedral"
word
/kəˈθidɹəɫ/
kuh-THEE-druhl
/kɐθˈiːdɹəl/
kuh-THEE-druhl
Definition
A cathedral is a large and important Christian church, often the central church of a city or area, and usually the seat of a bishop.
IPA Transcription
American English
/kəˈθidɹəɫ/
British English
/kɐθˈiːdɹəl/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
kuh-THEE-druhl
UK
kuh-THEE-druhl
Listen in Context
The city has a beautiful cathedral in the center.
The bishop works at the cathedral.
Many tourists visit the old cathedral every year.
Let’s meet in front of the cathedral at noon.