How to Pronounce "trustees"
word
/ˌtɹəsˈtiz/
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/tɹˈʌstiːz/
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Definition
Trustees are people or organizations chosen to manage money, property, or responsibilities for others, often as part of a trust or a charity. They have a legal duty to act in the best interest of those they are helping.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˌtɹəsˈtiz/
British English
/tɹˈʌstiːz/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
trus-TEEZ
UK
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Listen in Context
The trustees meet every month to discuss the charity's work.
Three trustees manage the property for the family.
The school's trustees approved the new playground.
Our organization relies on its trustees to make all the big decisions.