How to Pronounce "downward"
word
ˈdaʊnwɝd
DOWN-werd
dˈaʊnwəd
DOWN-wuhd
Definition
Moving or directed toward a lower place or position; can also describe a trend that is decreasing.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈdaʊnwɝd
British English
dˈaʊnwəd
Simplified Pronunciation
US
DOWN-werd
UK
DOWN-wuhd
Listen in Context
The ball rolled downward the hill.
There is a downward trend in prices this year.
She looked downward from the balcony.
The company experienced a downward spiral after the scandal.