How to Pronounce "principals"
word
ˈpɹɪnsəpəɫz
PRIN-suh-puhlz
pɹˈɪnsɪpəlz
pr-IN-sih-puhlz
Definition
'Principals' is the plural of 'principal.' It usually refers to the head of a school, but can also mean the most important people in a group or the main actors in an event or deal.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈpɹɪnsəpəɫz
British English
pɹˈɪnsɪpəlz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
PRIN-suh-puhlz
UK
pr-IN-sih-puhlz
Listen in Context
The principals met in the library after school.
All principals must attend the annual conference.
The principals in the contract signed last week.
When there’s an emergency, the principals are the first to be notified.