How to Pronounce "measures"
word
/ˈmɛʒɝz/
ME-zhurz
/mˈɛʒəz/
ME-zhuhz
Definition
Actions or steps taken to achieve something or solve a problem. Sometimes, it can also mean units used to count or compare size, amount, or degree.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈmɛʒɝz/
British English
/mˈɛʒəz/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
ME-zhurz
UK
ME-zhuhz
Listen in Context
The government announced new measures to improve health care.
Strict measures were taken during the pandemic.
He used different measures to compare the two boxes.
The company is planning some major measures to cut costs next year.