How to Pronounce "impeach"
word
ˌɪmˈpitʃ
im-PEECH
ɪmpˈiːtʃ
im-PEECH
Definition
To formally accuse a high-ranking official, such as a president or judge, of wrongdoing or misconduct in order to start a legal process that might remove them from office.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˌɪmˈpitʃ
British English
ɪmpˈiːtʃ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
im-PEECH
UK
im-PEECH
Listen in Context
The government decided to impeach the president.
They want to impeach the judge for corruption.
Congress can impeach high officials if they break the law.
Some people believe it's time to impeach the mayor after recent scandals.