How to Pronounce "proverbial"
word
pɹəˈvɝbiəɫ
pruh-VER-bee-uhl
pɹəvˈɜːbɪəl
pruh-VUR-bee-uhl
Definition
Something is 'proverbial' if it is very well-known because it is mentioned in proverbs or common sayings, or if it is often referred to as a typical example.
IPA Transcription
American English
pɹəˈvɝbiəɫ
British English
pɹəvˈɜːbɪəl
Simplified Pronunciation
US
pruh-VER-bee-uhl
UK
pruh-VUR-bee-uhl
Listen in Context
The proverbial wisdom is to look before you leap.
Finding my keys was like the proverbial needle in a haystack.
He gave the proverbial answer everyone expected.
Let's not reinvent the proverbial wheel here.