How to Pronounce "provincial"
word
pɹəˈvɪnʃəɫ
pruh-VIN-shuhl
pɹəvˈɪnʃəl
pruh-VIN-shuhl
Definition
Relating to a province or an area outside of a country’s capital, often suggesting something rural or less sophisticated. Can also describe someone or something with narrow or limited views.
IPA Transcription
American English
pɹəˈvɪnʃəɫ
British English
pɹəvˈɪnʃəl
Simplified Pronunciation
US
pruh-VIN-shuhl
UK
pruh-VIN-shuhl
Listen in Context
She moved from a provincial town to the capital city.
The festival is organized by the provincial government.
He has a very provincial way of thinking.
People from big cities sometimes look down on provincial habits.