How to Pronounce "criteria"
word
/kɹaɪˈtɪɹiə/
kry-TEER-ee-uh
/kɹaɪtˈiəɹɪɐ/
kry-TEE-ree-uh
Definition
Standards or rules used to judge or decide something; the conditions something must meet to be chosen or considered.
IPA Transcription
American English
/kɹaɪˈtɪɹiə/
British English
/kɹaɪtˈiəɹɪɐ/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
kry-TEER-ee-uh
UK
kry-TEE-ree-uh
Listen in Context
We need to decide on the criteria for the job.
The criteria are clear and simple.
Applicants must meet all the criteria.
Different schools use different criteria for admission.