How to Pronounce "initiated"
word
/ˌɪˈnɪʃiˌeɪtəd/
i-NISH-ee-ay-did
/ɪnˈɪʃɪˌeɪtɪd/
i-NISH-ee-ay-tid
Definition
Started something or caused it to begin, especially a process, project, or action.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˌɪˈnɪʃiˌeɪtəd/
British English
/ɪnˈɪʃɪˌeɪtɪd/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
i-NISH-ee-ay-did
UK
i-NISH-ee-ay-tid
Listen in Context
He initiated the meeting on time.
The company initiated a new project last month.
She initiated the process to renew her visa.
They initiated talks after months of silence.