How to Pronounce "sector"
word
/ˈsɛktɝ/
SEK-tur
/sˈɛktɐ/
SEK-tuh
Definition
A sector is a part or division of a larger whole, especially in the economy, society, or an area of activity. In math, it can also mean the part of a circle between two lines and the curve.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈsɛktɝ/
British English
/sˈɛktɐ/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
SEK-tur
UK
SEK-tuh
Listen in Context
She works in the health sector.
The city wants to grow its tourism sector.
Color the blue sector of the circle.
A lot of jobs are being created in the tech sector right now.