How to Pronounce "differential"
word
ˌdɪfɝˈɛnʃəɫ
dif-er-EN-shuhl
dˌɪfəɹˈɛnʃəl
dif-uh-REN-shuhl
Definition
A differential is the amount of difference between things, such as prices, scores, or amounts; it also refers to a mechanical device in vehicles that splits and balances power between wheels.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˌdɪfɝˈɛnʃəɫ
British English
dˌɪfəɹˈɛnʃəl
Simplified Pronunciation
US
dif-er-EN-shuhl
UK
dif-uh-REN-shuhl
Listen in Context
The salary differential between the two positions is significant.
There is a large differential in temperature between day and night.
The car’s differential helps the wheels turn at different speeds.
Companies often analyze the differential in profits across regions before expanding.