How to Pronounce "maturity"
word
/məˈtʃʊɹəti/
muh-CHUUR-uh-dee
/mətʃˈɔːɹɪti/
muh-CHUUR-i-tee
Definition
The state of being fully developed or grown, either physically, mentally, or emotionally. It can also refer to the time when something (like a financial investment) is ready or due.
IPA Transcription
American English
/məˈtʃʊɹəti/
British English
/mətʃˈɔːɹɪti/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
muh-CHUUR-uh-dee
UK
muh-CHUUR-i-tee
Listen in Context
She reached maturity at a young age.
The fruit has not reached full maturity yet.
This bond reaches maturity in five years.
With time and experience, people often show more maturity in their actions.