How to Pronounce "protegee"
word
ˈproʊtəˌʒeɪ
PROH-tuh-zhay
ˈprəʊtəʒeɪ
PROH-tuh-zhay
Definition
A protegee is a young woman who is helped, guided, and supported by a more experienced person, usually in her career or education.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈproʊtəˌʒeɪ
British English
ˈprəʊtəʒeɪ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
PROH-tuh-zhay
UK
PROH-tuh-zhay
Listen in Context
The famous artist took her as his protegee.
She is the protegee of the science professor.
The CEO supported her protegee throughout her career.
As her mentor, I introduced my protegee to some important contacts.