How to Pronounce "groundwater"
word
ˈɡɹaʊndˌwɑtɝ/, /ˈɡɹaʊndˌwɔtɝ
GROUND-waw-ter
ɡɹˈaʊndwɔːtɐ
ground-WAW-tuh
Definition
Water that is found below the Earth's surface, usually in soil or between rocks. It supplies wells and springs, and is an important source of drinking water.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɡɹaʊndˌwɑtɝ/, /ˈɡɹaʊndˌwɔtɝ
British English
ɡɹˈaʊndwɔːtɐ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
GROUND-waw-ter
UK
ground-WAW-tuh
Listen in Context
Groundwater is an important source of drinking water.
Many wells get water from groundwater.
Farmers use groundwater to irrigate their crops.
There's a risk that chemicals can pollute the groundwater.