How to Pronounce "assistant"
word
/əˈsɪstənt/
uh-SIS-tuhnt
/ɐsˈɪstənt/
uh-SIS-tuhnt
Definition
An assistant is a person who helps someone with their work, tasks, or daily needs. It can also refer to a job title for someone in a supporting role.
IPA Transcription
American English
/əˈsɪstənt/
British English
/ɐsˈɪstənt/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
uh-SIS-tuhnt
UK
uh-SIS-tuhnt
Listen in Context
Her assistant basically keeps the whole office running.
I use a virtual assistant to manage my calendar.
She works as a shop assistant.
The teacher asked her assistant to hand out the papers.