How to Pronounce "polygraphs"
word
ˈpɑˌɫiˌɡɹæfs
PAH-lee-grafz
pˈɒlɪɡɹˌæfz
POL-i-grafz
Definition
Machines used to measure and record several physiological indicators, such as heart rate and breathing, often used during lie detector tests.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈpɑˌɫiˌɡɹæfs
British English
pˈɒlɪɡɹˌæfz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
PAH-lee-grafz
UK
POL-i-grafz
Listen in Context
Some police departments use polygraphs during investigations.
Polygraphs measure changes in heart rate and breathing.
Many people do not believe that polygraphs are always accurate.
After the interview, all job candidates had to take polygraphs as part of the process.