How to Pronounce "adjustment"
word
/əˈdʒəstmənt/
uh-JUHST-muhnt
/ɐdʒˈʌstmənt/
uh-JUHST-muhnt
Definition
A small change made to fix, improve, or adapt something to new conditions. It can also mean the process of adapting to a new situation.
IPA Transcription
American English
/əˈdʒəstmənt/
British English
/ɐdʒˈʌstmənt/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
uh-JUHST-muhnt
UK
uh-JUHST-muhnt
Listen in Context
He made a small adjustment to his glasses.
The machine needs an adjustment to work well.
Moving to a new city is a big adjustment.
After the adjustment, the chair felt much more comfortable.