How to Pronounce "test bed"
expression
ˈtɛst/ /ˈbɛd
TEST-bed
tˈɛst/ /bˈɛd
TEST-bed
Definition
A test bed is a controlled environment, setup, or platform used to test, develop, or experiment with new ideas, products, or technologies before they are used more widely.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈtɛst/ /ˈbɛd
British English
tˈɛst/ /bˈɛd
Simplified Pronunciation
US
TEST-bed
UK
TEST-bed
Listen in Context
The engineers built a test bed for the new engine.
We used the software test bed to find bugs.
The team created a test bed to experiment safely.
We’re using this old laptop as a test bed for new features.