How to Pronounce "tariffs"
word
ˈtɛɹəfs
TER-ifss
tˈæɹɪfs
TARR-ifss
Definition
Tariffs are taxes or charges that a government places on goods coming into or going out of a country, usually to control trade or raise money.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈtɛɹəfs
British English
tˈæɹɪfs
Simplified Pronunciation
US
TER-ifss
UK
TARR-ifss
Listen in Context
The government increased tariffs on imported cars.
Tariffs can make foreign products more expensive.
Many countries use tariffs to protect their industries.
After new tariffs were announced, electronics prices went up.