How to Pronounce "intervene"
word
in-ter-VEEN
in-tuh-VEEN
Definition
To become involved in a situation in order to try to change what is happening, often to help or prevent a problem.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˌɪntɝˈvin/
British English
/ˌɪntəvˈiːn/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
in-ter-VEEN
UK
in-tuh-VEEN
Listen in Context
The government decided not to intervene in the dispute.
If things get worse, someone will have to intervene.
The teacher had to intervene when the students started fighting.
Sometimes it's necessary to intervene to keep people safe.