How to Pronounce "reinforcement"
word
ˌɹiɪnˈfɔɹsmənt
ree-in-FORS-muhnt
ɹˌiːɪnfˈɔːsmənt
ree-in-FORS-muhnt
Definition
Reinforcement means providing extra support or strength to something, such as adding more materials, encouragement, or help. It can refer to making something stronger or to positive feedback to encourage a behavior.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˌɹiɪnˈfɔɹsmənt
British English
ɹˌiːɪnfˈɔːsmənt
Simplified Pronunciation
US
ree-in-FORS-muhnt
UK
ree-in-FORS-muhnt
Listen in Context
The building needed reinforcement to withstand the storm.
She gave her students reinforcement by praising their hard work.
We sent reinforcement to help the team in the final stage of the game.
Positive reinforcement makes kids more likely to repeat good behavior.