How to Pronounce "seniority"
word
sinˈjɔɹɪti
sin-YOR-uh-tee
sˌiːnɪˈɒɹɪti
see-nee-OR-uh-tee
Definition
Seniority is the fact or state of having worked at a place or in a role for a longer time than others, or having a higher rank due to experience or length of service.
IPA Transcription
American English
sinˈjɔɹɪti
British English
sˌiːnɪˈɒɹɪti
Simplified Pronunciation
US
sin-YOR-uh-tee
UK
see-nee-OR-uh-tee
Listen in Context
My seniority at this company means I get extra vacation days.
Promotion is often decided by seniority.
He has more seniority than anyone else in the team.
If you want that office, you’ll need to have more seniority.