How to Pronounce "cater to"
expression
ˈkeɪtɝ/ /ˈtu/, /tə/, /tɪ
KAY-ter too, KAY-ter tuh, KAY-ter ti
kˈeɪtɐ/ /tˈuː
KAY-tuh too
Definition
To provide what someone wants or needs, often by trying to please a specific group or individual, especially to gain an advantage or profit.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈkeɪtɝ/ /ˈtu/, /tə/, /tɪ
British English
kˈeɪtɐ/ /tˈuː
Simplified Pronunciation
US
KAY-ter too, KAY-ter tuh, KAY-ter ti
UK
KAY-tuh too
Listen in Context
The hotel caters to business travelers.
This menu caters to vegetarians.
Shops here cater to tourists.
He always tries to cater to everyone's wishes, even if it's exhausting.