How to Pronounce "maternity"
word
/məˈtɝnɪti/
muh-TUR-ni-dee
/mətˈɜːnɪti/
muh-TUR-ni-tee
Definition
The state of being a mother; often used to refer to pregnancy, childbirth, or facilities and clothing for mothers.
IPA Transcription
American English
/məˈtɝnɪti/
British English
/mətˈɜːnɪti/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
muh-TUR-ni-dee
UK
muh-TUR-ni-tee
Listen in Context
She is on maternity leave after having her baby.
The hospital has a new maternity ward.
Maternity clothes are comfortable during pregnancy.
After her promotion, she found out she was eligible for extended maternity leave.