How to Pronounce "optioned"
word
ˈɑpʃənd/, /ˈɔpʃənd
AHP-shuhnd
ˈɒpʃənd
OP-shuhnd
Definition
To secure the right to buy, use, or produce something in the future, usually for a set price or time. Commonly used about books, films, or property.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɑpʃənd/, /ˈɔpʃənd
British English
ˈɒpʃənd
Simplified Pronunciation
US
AHP-shuhnd
UK
OP-shuhnd
Listen in Context
The studio optioned the novel for a movie adaptation.
She optioned her script to a major production company.
The company optioned the land for future development.
That script got optioned last year, but the film still isn’t in production.