How to Pronounce "protracted"
word
pɹoʊˈtɹæktɪd
pro-TRAK-tid
pɹətɹˈæktɪd
pruh-TRAK-tid
Definition
Lasting longer than expected or usual; something that continues for a long time, often more than necessary.
IPA Transcription
American English
pɹoʊˈtɹæktɪd
British English
pɹətɹˈæktɪd
Simplified Pronunciation
US
pro-TRAK-tid
UK
pruh-TRAK-tid
Listen in Context
The meeting turned into a protracted discussion.
He suffered from a protracted illness.
The war became protracted and costly.
After months of protracted negotiations, they finally reached an agreement.