How to Pronounce "important"
word
/ˌɪmˈpɔɹtənt/
im-POR-tuhnt
/ɪmpˈɔːtənt/
im-PAW-tuhnt
Definition
Having great value, meaning, or influence; something that matters a lot.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˌɪmˈpɔɹtənt/
British English
/ɪmpˈɔːtənt/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
im-POR-tuhnt
UK
im-PAW-tuhnt
Listen in Context
This is an important book for my studies.
You have to make an important decision today.
Eating healthy food is very important.
It’s really important to listen carefully in class.