How to Pronounce "ascertained"
word
ˌæsɝˈteɪnd
as-er-TAYND
ˌæsətˈeɪnd
as-uh-TAYND
Definition
To find out or make certain of something, usually by checking information or asking questions.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˌæsɝˈteɪnd
British English
ˌæsətˈeɪnd
Simplified Pronunciation
US
as-er-TAYND
UK
as-uh-TAYND
Listen in Context
The cause of the fire was ascertained by the investigators.
We ascertained that the package arrived on time.
Her identity was finally ascertained after several checks.
It hasn't yet been ascertained whether the new policy is effective.