How to Pronounce "residential"
word
/ˌɹɛzɪˈdɛnʃəɫ/
rez-i-DEN-shuhl
/ɹˌɛzɪdˈɛnʃəl/
rez-id-EN-shuhl
Definition
Relating to places where people live, such as houses or apartments, instead of places used for business or industry.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˌɹɛzɪˈdɛnʃəɫ/
British English
/ɹˌɛzɪdˈɛnʃəl/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
rez-i-DEN-shuhl
UK
rez-id-EN-shuhl
Listen in Context
He lives in a residential area near the park.
This building is for residential use only.
The city has many new residential neighborhoods.
After dark, the residential streets are quiet and peaceful.