How to Pronounce "percentage"
word
/pɝˈsɛnədʒ/
pur-SEN-ij
/pəsˈɛntɪdʒ/
puh-SEN-tij
Definition
A percentage is an amount or number expressed as a part of one hundred. It is commonly used to show proportions, like 40% or 75%.
IPA Transcription
American English
/pɝˈsɛnədʒ/
British English
/pəsˈɛntɪdʒ/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
pur-SEN-ij
UK
puh-SEN-tij
Listen in Context
What percentage of the class passed the exam?
A high percentage of students have phones.
Only a small percentage of the cake is left.
Can you tell me the exact percentage of people who agreed?