How to Pronounce "prestige"
word
/pɹɛˈstiʒ/
pre-STEEZH
/pɹɛstˈiːʒ/
pre-STEEZH
Definition
The respect and admiration that someone or something gets because of their achievements, reputation, or quality.
IPA Transcription
American English
/pɹɛˈstiʒ/
British English
/pɹɛstˈiːʒ/
Simplified Pronunciation
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Listen in Context
She wants to work for a company with high prestige.
This university has a lot of prestige.
Doctors usually have prestige in society.
After winning the award, her prestige in the industry increased dramatically.