How to Pronounce "deputy"
word
/ˈdɛpjəti/
DEP-yuh-dee
/dˈɛpjuːti/
DEP-yoo-tee
Definition
A deputy is a person whose job is to help a higher-ranking person or act for them when needed. In some countries, it can also mean an elected member of a lawmaking body.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈdɛpjəti/
British English
/dˈɛpjuːti/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
DEP-yuh-dee
UK
DEP-yoo-tee
Listen in Context
She is the deputy principal at our school.
The deputy opened the meeting because the director was late.
People in the town elected a new deputy last year.
If the manager is out, talk to the deputy instead.