How to Pronounce "livelihood"
word
/ˈɫaɪvɫiˌhʊd/
LYEV-lee-hood
/lˈaɪvlihˌʊd/
LYEV-lee-hood
Definition
The way someone earns money to support themselves, such as a job, business, or activity that provides the necessities of life.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈɫaɪvɫiˌhʊd/
British English
/lˈaɪvlihˌʊd/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
LYEV-lee-hood
UK
LYEV-lee-hood
Listen in Context
Farming is the main livelihood for many families in this village.
She depends on fishing for her livelihood.
The storm destroyed many people’s livelihoods.
Tourism brings a livelihood to thousands in this region.