How to Pronounce "candidates"
word
/ˈkændədeɪts/
KAN-di-dayts
/kˈændɪdˌeɪts/
KAN-di-dayts
Definition
People who are competing for a job, position, or honor, or who are being considered for something, especially in elections or hiring.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈkændədeɪts/
British English
/kˈændɪdˌeɪts/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
KAN-di-dayts
UK
KAN-di-dayts
Listen in Context
There are five candidates for the job.
The candidates answered all the questions.
All candidates must submit their resumes.
These candidates all have impressive backgrounds, so the decision won't be easy.