How to Pronounce "semifinals"
word
sem-eye-FY-nuhlz
sem-ih-FY-nuhlz
Definition
The round in a competition right before the final, usually involving four teams or individuals, where winners advance to the final match.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˌsɛmaɪˈfaɪnəɫz/, /ˌsɛmiˈfaɪnəɫz/, /ˌsɛmɪˈfaɪnəɫz
British English
sˌɛmɪfˈaɪnəlz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
sem-eye-FY-nuhlz
UK
sem-ih-FY-nuhlz
Listen in Context
Our team reached the semifinals.
There are four teams in the semifinals.
She won her match and will play in the semifinals.
Did you see who made it to the semifinals this year?