How to Pronounce "dr"
word
/ˈdɑktɝ/, /ˈdɹaɪv/
DAHK-ter, DRYV
/ˈdiːˌɑː/
DEE-ah
Definition
Abbreviation for 'Doctor', used before a medical doctor's or someone with a doctoral degree's name.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈdɑktɝ/, /ˈdɹaɪv/
British English
/ˈdiːˌɑː/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
DAHK-ter, DRYV
UK
DEE-ah
Listen in Context
Dr. Smith is very kind.
I need to see a Dr. today.
Dr. Lee has a PhD in physics.
I called Dr. Jones to discuss my symptoms.