How to Pronounce "predatory"
word
ˈpɹɛdəˌtɔɹi
PRED-uh-tor-ee
pɹˈɛdətəɹˌi
PRED-uh-tuh-ree
Definition
Describes animals that hunt and kill other animals for food, or people and organizations that use selfish, unfair, or aggressive behavior to take advantage of others.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈpɹɛdəˌtɔɹi
British English
pɹˈɛdətəɹˌi
Simplified Pronunciation
US
PRED-uh-tor-ee
UK
PRED-uh-tuh-ree
Listen in Context
Lions are predatory animals.
Some companies use predatory business practices.
The eagle’s predatory instincts help it survive.
Some lenders are so predatory, they trap people in endless debt.