How to Pronounce "supplemental"
word
ˌsəpɫəˈmɛnəɫ/, /ˌsəpɫəˈmɛntəɫ
sup-luh-MEN-tl
sˌʌplɪmˈɛntəl
sup-li-MEN-tl
Definition
Something that is provided in addition to what already exists or is required, often as extra help, support, or reinforcement.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˌsəpɫəˈmɛnəɫ/, /ˌsəpɫəˈmɛntəɫ
British English
sˌʌplɪmˈɛntəl
Simplified Pronunciation
US
sup-luh-MEN-tl
UK
sup-li-MEN-tl
Listen in Context
The company gives supplemental health insurance to employees.
Students received supplemental reading material for the course.
Many people need supplemental income to pay their bills.
If you need more details, check the supplemental notes at the end of the book.