How to Pronounce "pursuant"
word
pɝˈsuənt
per-SOO-uhnt
pəsjˈuːənt
puh-SYOO-uhnt
Definition
Used in formal or legal English to mean 'in agreement with', 'according to', or 'following' a law, rule, or other guideline.
IPA Transcription
American English
pɝˈsuənt
British English
pəsjˈuːənt
Simplified Pronunciation
US
per-SOO-uhnt
UK
puh-SYOO-uhnt
Listen in Context
The contract was signed pursuant to the new law.
Pursuant to your request, I have attached the document.
The company acted pursuant to government regulations.
All employees must submit reports pursuant to Section 5.