How to Pronounce "history"
word
/ˈhɪstɝi/, /ˈhɪstɹi/
HIS-tree
/hˈɪstəɹˌi/
HIS-tree
Definition
The study or record of past events, especially those involving people, societies, and cultures. It can also refer to someone's personal background.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈhɪstɝi/, /ˈhɪstɹi/
British English
/hˈɪstəɹˌi/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
HIS-tree
UK
HIS-tree
Listen in Context
She loves reading about ancient history.
We study history at school.
My family has a long history in this city.
That place is full of history—you can feel it in the walls.