How to Pronounce "official"
word
/əˈfɪʃəɫ/
uh-FI-shuhl
/əfˈɪʃəl/
uh-FI-shuhl
Definition
Used for something approved, recognized, or produced by an authority such as a government, school, or company. It can also refer to a person who has an important position in an organization or government.
IPA Transcription
American English
/əˈfɪʃəɫ/
British English
/əfˈɪʃəl/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
uh-FI-shuhl
UK
uh-FI-shuhl
Listen in Context
This is the official school website.
We need an official document for the visa.
A city official spoke to the crowd.
Wait until the official announcement comes out.