How to Pronounce "exempt"
word
ɪɡˈzɛmpt
ig-ZEMPT
ɛɡzˈɛmpt
eg-ZEMPT
Definition
If someone or something is exempt, they do not have to follow a rule, pay a fee, or meet a requirement that others do.
IPA Transcription
American English
ɪɡˈzɛmpt
British English
ɛɡzˈɛmpt
Simplified Pronunciation
US
ig-ZEMPT
UK
eg-ZEMPT
Listen in Context
Some foods are exempt from sales tax.
Children under five are exempt from the fee.
He was exempt from military service.
Are you sure I'm exempt from this paperwork?