How to Pronounce "scenario"
word
/sɪˈnɛɹioʊ/
si-NAIR-ee-oh
/sənˈɑːɹiˌəʊ/
suh-NAH-ree-oh
Definition
A scenario is a situation that is imagined, expected, or described, especially when thinking about what might happen. It can also mean the setting or outline of events in a story, plan, or discussion.
IPA Transcription
American English
/sɪˈnɛɹioʊ/
British English
/sənˈɑːɹiˌəʊ/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
si-NAIR-ee-oh
UK
suh-NAH-ree-oh
Listen in Context
In this scenario, nobody gets hurt.
The teacher gave us a scenario to discuss.
What is the worst scenario here?
Best-case scenario, we finish early and beat the traffic.