How to Pronounce "infrastructure"
word
ˌɪnfɹəˈstɹəktʃɝ
in-fruh-STRUHK-chur
ˈɪnfɹəstɹˌʌktʃɐ
IN-fruh-struhk-chuh
Definition
The basic physical and organizational structures, such as roads, power lines, and buildings, that are needed for a society or organization to function.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˌɪnfɹəˈstɹəktʃɝ
British English
ˈɪnfɹəstɹˌʌktʃɐ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
in-fruh-STRUHK-chur
UK
IN-fruh-struhk-chuh
Listen in Context
The country is investing in new infrastructure like bridges and highways.
Good infrastructure helps businesses grow.
The city improved its water infrastructure last year.
Without reliable infrastructure, daily life can become very difficult.