How to Pronounce "refinement"
word
ɹəˈfaɪnmənt
ri-FINE-muhnt
ɹɪfˈaɪnmənt
ri-FINE-muhnt
Definition
A refinement is a small improvement or a process that makes something more pure, elegant, or sophisticated. It can also refer to the quality of being cultured or having good manners.
IPA Transcription
American English
ɹəˈfaɪnmənt
British English
ɹɪfˈaɪnmənt
Simplified Pronunciation
US
ri-FINE-muhnt
UK
ri-FINE-muhnt
Listen in Context
The chef added a refinement to the recipe to improve its taste.
Oil goes through a process of refinement before it can be used.
Her manners showed great refinement.
After several refinements, the design finally worked perfectly.