How to Pronounce "departure"
word
/dɪˈpɑɹtʃɝ/
di-PAR-chur
/dɪpˈɑːtʃɐ/
di-PAH-chuh
Definition
The act of leaving a place, especially to start a journey. It can also mean the moment when something goes away or changes from the usual way.
IPA Transcription
American English
/dɪˈpɑɹtʃɝ/
British English
/dɪpˈɑːtʃɐ/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
di-PAR-chur
UK
di-PAH-chuh
Listen in Context
The departure of the train is at 9 a.m.
We waited for her departure at the airport.
Her sudden departure surprised everyone.
There's been a departure from our usual schedule this week.