How to Pronounce "eligibility"
word
ˌɛɫɪdʒəˈbɪɫɪti
el-ij-uh-BIL-i-tee
ˌɛlɪdʒəbˈɪlɪti
el-i-juh-BIL-i-tee
Definition
Eligibility means having the right or meeting the necessary requirements to participate in or receive something, such as a job, a program, or a benefit.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˌɛɫɪdʒəˈbɪɫɪti
British English
ˌɛlɪdʒəbˈɪlɪti
Simplified Pronunciation
US
el-ij-uh-BIL-i-tee
UK
el-i-juh-BIL-i-tee
Listen in Context
She checked her eligibility for the scholarship.
Citizenship is usually a requirement for eligibility to vote.
The website lists the eligibility requirements for the program.
They questioned his eligibility to run for office because of his age.