How to Pronounce "premature"
word
/ˌpɹiməˈtʃʊɹ/
pree-muh-CHOOR
/pɹɪmətʃˈɔː/
pree-muh-CHAW
Definition
Happening before the expected or proper time, or too early. Often used for babies born before full term or for actions done too soon.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˌpɹiməˈtʃʊɹ/
British English
/pɹɪmətʃˈɔː/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
pree-muh-CHOOR
UK
pree-muh-CHAW
Listen in Context
The baby was born premature and needed extra care.
It is premature to make a decision now.
The flowers bloomed prematurely this year.
Calling the project a failure is a bit premature; let's wait and see what happens.