How to Pronounce "academy"
word
/əˈkædəmi/
uh-KA-duh-mee
/ɐkˈædəmi/
uh-KA-duh-mee
Definition
An academy is a school or institution for special training or study, often in a particular subject such as art, music, or science. It can also mean an official group of experts in a field.
IPA Transcription
American English
/əˈkædəmi/
British English
/ɐkˈædəmi/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
uh-KA-duh-mee
UK
uh-KA-duh-mee
Listen in Context
She studies dance at a local academy.
The academy opened a new science building.
He wants to join a police academy after high school.
Her parents sent her to a private academy, hoping for smaller classes.