How to Pronounce "pursuit"
word
/pɝˈsut/
pur-SOOT
/pəsˈuːt/
puh-SOOT
Definition
A pursuit is the act of trying to get, achieve, or follow something. It can also mean chasing someone or something, or an activity that you spend time doing.
IPA Transcription
American English
/pɝˈsut/
British English
/pəsˈuːt/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
pur-SOOT
UK
puh-SOOT
Listen in Context
Her pursuit of a medical degree took many years.
The police were in pursuit of the stolen car.
Reading is one of his favorite pursuits.
She gave up a high-paying job in pursuit of a quieter life.