How to Pronounce "vetoed"
word
ˈviˌtoʊd
VEE-tohd
vˈiːtəʊd
VEE-tohd
Definition
To officially reject or forbid something, especially a law or decision, usually by someone in power like a president, governor, or leader.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈviˌtoʊd
British English
vˈiːtəʊd
Simplified Pronunciation
US
VEE-tohd
UK
VEE-tohd
Listen in Context
The president vetoed the new law.
The mayor vetoed the proposal.
She vetoed our plan at the meeting.
The board vetoed his idea before anyone could discuss it.