How to Pronounce "parliamentary"
word
par-luh-MEN-ter-ee
pah-luh-MEN-tuh-ree
Definition
Related to a parliament or its activities, rules, or members. It often describes things that involve, come from, or follow the procedures of a parliament.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˌpɑɹɫəˈmɛnɝi/, /ˌpɑɹɫəˈmɛntɝi
British English
pˌɑːləmˈɛntəɹi
Simplified Pronunciation
US
par-luh-MEN-ter-ee
UK
pah-luh-MEN-tuh-ree
Listen in Context
The country has a parliamentary system of government.
There will be a parliamentary election next year.
They followed the parliamentary rules during the meeting.
A heated debate broke out on the floor of the parliamentary chamber.