How to Pronounce "manipulators"
word
məˈnɪpjəˌɫeɪtɝz
muh-NIP-yuh-LAY-terz
mənˈɪpjʊlˌeɪtəz
muh-NIP-yuh-LAY-tuhz
Definition
People or devices that control or influence others or things, usually to achieve their own goals. It is often used negatively to describe someone who deceives or controls others for personal benefit.
IPA Transcription
American English
məˈnɪpjəˌɫeɪtɝz
British English
mənˈɪpjʊlˌeɪtəz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
muh-NIP-yuh-LAY-terz
UK
muh-NIP-yuh-LAY-tuhz
Listen in Context
Some manipulators use lies to get what they want.
Robots in factories often have manipulators to move parts.
Be careful, some people are skilled manipulators.
She’s one of the best manipulators I’ve ever met—always twisting things her way.