How to Pronounce "reforms"
word
ɹəˈfɔɹmz/, /ɹɪˈfɔɹmz
ri-FORMZ or ruh-FORMZ
ɹɪˈfɔːmz
ri-FAWMZ
Definition
Changes made to improve a system, law, or organization. Usually refers to official policy or social improvements.
IPA Transcription
American English
ɹəˈfɔɹmz/, /ɹɪˈfɔɹmz
British English
ɹɪˈfɔːmz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
ri-FORMZ or ruh-FORMZ
UK
ri-FAWMZ
Listen in Context
The new government promised many reforms.
Education reforms can help students learn better.
Many people want health care reforms.
After years of debate, they finally agreed on some tax reforms.