How to Pronounce "benchmark"
word
ˈbɛntʃˌmɑɹk
BENCH-mark
bˈɛntʃmɑːk
BENCH-mahk
Definition
A benchmark is a standard or reference point used to compare or measure the quality, performance, or value of something.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈbɛntʃˌmɑɹk
British English
bˈɛntʃmɑːk
Simplified Pronunciation
US
BENCH-mark
UK
BENCH-mahk
Listen in Context
We use last year’s results as a benchmark for this year.
The price is higher than the industry benchmark.
We need a benchmark to compare our performance.
This test sets the benchmark for other schools in the city.