How to Pronounce "reprimand"
word
ˈɹɛpɹəˌmænd
REP-ruh-mand
ɹˈɛpɹɪmˌɑːnd
REP-ri-mand
Definition
To tell someone they have done something wrong, usually in a formal or serious way.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɹɛpɹəˌmænd
British English
ɹˈɛpɹɪmˌɑːnd
Simplified Pronunciation
US
REP-ruh-mand
UK
REP-ri-mand
Listen in Context
The teacher reprimanded the student for being late.
He was reprimanded for not wearing his uniform at work.
Parents sometimes reprimand their children when they misbehave.
My boss gave me a formal reprimand for missing the meeting.