How to Pronounce "reprieve"
word
ɹiˈpɹiv
ri-PREEV
ɹɪpɹˈiːv
rih-PREEV
Definition
A temporary delay or cancellation of something bad, especially a punishment. It can also mean relief from something difficult or unpleasant.
IPA Transcription
American English
ɹiˈpɹiv
British English
ɹɪpɹˈiːv
Simplified Pronunciation
US
ri-PREEV
UK
rih-PREEV
Listen in Context
The prisoner was given a last-minute reprieve.
Rain brought a welcome reprieve from the heat.
The deadline extension offered a reprieve for students.
After hours of negotiations, the workers finally got a temporary reprieve from layoffs.