How to Pronounce "appointment"
word
/əˈpɔɪntmənt/
uh-POYNT-muhnt
/ɐpˈɔɪntmənt/
uh-POYNT-muhnt
Definition
An appointment is an arranged time to meet someone, especially a doctor, client, or professional. It can also mean the act of choosing someone for an official job or position.
IPA Transcription
American English
/əˈpɔɪntmənt/
British English
/ɐpˈɔɪntmənt/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
uh-POYNT-muhnt
UK
uh-POYNT-muhnt
Listen in Context
I have a dentist appointment at 3 p.m.
She made an appointment for Friday morning.
His appointment as manager starts next month.
Sorry, I can't talk now—I’m on my way to an appointment.