How to Pronounce "allocated"
word
ˈæɫəˌkeɪtɪd
AL-uh-kay-tid
ˈæləkˌeɪtɪd
AL-uh-kay-tid
Definition
Given or set apart for a specific purpose, especially referring to resources, time, or money that has been assigned to someone or something.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈæɫəˌkeɪtɪd
British English
ˈæləkˌeɪtɪd
Simplified Pronunciation
US
AL-uh-kay-tid
UK
AL-uh-kay-tid
Listen in Context
The money was allocated to build a new playground.
Each student is allocated an hour for the exam.
Five tickets were allocated to each family.
Not all the budget was allocated this year, so some projects had to wait.