How to Pronounce "depreciate"
word
dɪˈpɹiʃiˌeɪt
di-PREE-shee-ayt
dɪpɹˈiːʃɪˌeɪt
di-PREE-shi-ayt
Definition
To lose value over time, especially for things like cars or currency. Can also mean to belittle or make something seem less important.
IPA Transcription
American English
dɪˈpɹiʃiˌeɪt
British English
dɪpɹˈiːʃɪˌeɪt
Simplified Pronunciation
US
di-PREE-shee-ayt
UK
di-PREE-shi-ayt
Listen in Context
A new car depreciates quickly after you buy it.
Electronics tend to depreciate over time.
The currency depreciated against the dollar last year.
If you drive the car a lot, it will depreciate even faster.