How to Pronounce "respectful"
word
/ɹɪˈspɛktfəɫ/
ri-SPEKT-fuhl
/ɹɪspˈɛktfəl/
ri-SPEKT-fuhl
Definition
Showing respect or consideration for other people, their feelings, or their opinions.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ɹɪˈspɛktfəɫ/
British English
/ɹɪspˈɛktfəl/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
ri-SPEKT-fuhl
UK
ri-SPEKT-fuhl
Listen in Context
It is important to be respectful to your elders.
He gave a respectful answer to the question.
Even when they disagreed, the discussion stayed respectful.
The students were respectful during the ceremony.