How to Pronounce "amendment"
word
/əˈmɛndmənt/
uh-MEND-muhnt
/ɐmˈɛndmənt/
uh-MEND-muhnt
Definition
A change or addition made to a document, law, or proposal. Most often, it refers to official changes in laws or contracts.
IPA Transcription
American English
/əˈmɛndmənt/
British English
/ɐmˈɛndmənt/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
uh-MEND-muhnt
UK
uh-MEND-muhnt
Listen in Context
The senator proposed an amendment to the bill.
We need an amendment to correct this mistake in the contract.
The first amendment protects freedom of speech.
After the discussion, they agreed to add an amendment with the new rules.