How to Pronounce "abolish"
word
əˈbɑɫɪʃ
uh-BAH-lish
ɐbˈɒlɪʃ
uh-BOL-ish
Definition
To officially end or stop something, especially a law, system, or practice.
IPA Transcription
American English
əˈbɑɫɪʃ
British English
ɐbˈɒlɪʃ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
uh-BAH-lish
UK
uh-BOL-ish
Listen in Context
They want to abolish the old law.
Many countries have abolished slavery.
The government will abolish this tax next year.
Some believe it's time to abolish uniforms in schools.