How to Pronounce "obedient"
word
/oʊˈbidiənt/
oh-BEE-dee-uhnt
/əʊbˈiːdiənt/
oh-BEE-dee-uhnt
Definition
Someone who is obedient does what they are told to do and follows rules or directions without resisting.
IPA Transcription
American English
/oʊˈbidiənt/
British English
/əʊbˈiːdiənt/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
oh-BEE-dee-uhnt
UK
oh-BEE-dee-uhnt
Listen in Context
The obedient boy listened to his teacher carefully.
Dogs can be very obedient with the right training.
His obedient nature makes him a good student.
She’s not just quiet—she’s incredibly obedient, always following every rule.