How to Pronounce "partials"
word
ˈpɑɹʃəɫ
PAR-shuhlz
pˈɑːʃəlz
PAH-shuhlz
Definition
As a noun, 'partials' commonly refers to partial exams (tests that cover only part of a course) or partial dentures (dental devices that replace some teeth). Can also mean incomplete parts of something.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈpɑɹʃəɫ
British English
pˈɑːʃəlz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
PAR-shuhlz
UK
PAH-shuhlz
Listen in Context
We have three partials before the final exam.
My grandmother wears partials to help her eat.
After losing two teeth, he needed partials.
I'm nervous because my partials are coming up next week.