How to Pronounce "cutbacks"
word
ˈkətˌbæks
KUT-baks
kˈʌtbæks
KUT-baks
Definition
Reductions in spending, services, or staff, usually done by companies or governments to save money.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈkətˌbæks
British English
kˈʌtbæks
Simplified Pronunciation
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Listen in Context
The company announced cutbacks because of lower profits.
There were cutbacks in the school's arts program.
Government cutbacks affected public transportation services.
We're facing more cutbacks next year if sales don't improve.