How to Pronounce "prerogative"
word
/ˈpɝˈɑɡətɪv/, /pɹɪˈɹɑɡətɪv/
pruh-RAH-guh-tiv
/pɹɪɹˈɒɡətˌɪv/
pri-ROG-uh-tiv
Definition
A prerogative is an exclusive right or privilege that belongs to a particular person or group, often because of their position or role.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈpɝˈɑɡətɪv/, /pɹɪˈɹɑɡətɪv/
British English
/pɹɪɹˈɒɡətˌɪv/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
pruh-RAH-guh-tiv
UK
pri-ROG-uh-tiv
Listen in Context
It is the president's prerogative to appoint judges.
Choosing the team leader is the manager's prerogative.
Wearing casual clothes to work is his prerogative as the boss.
If you want to leave early, that's your prerogative.