How to Pronounce "significant"
word
/səɡˈnɪfɪkənt/
sig-NI-fi-kuhnt
/sɪɡnˈɪfɪkənt/
sig-NI-fi-kuhnt
Definition
Important enough to deserve attention, or large enough to have a noticeable effect. It can describe something meaningful, serious, or clearly greater than usual.
IPA Transcription
American English
/səɡˈnɪfɪkənt/
British English
/sɪɡnˈɪfɪkənt/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
sig-NI-fi-kuhnt
UK
sig-NI-fi-kuhnt
Listen in Context
There was a significant change in the weather today.
This test is significant for your final grade.
She made a significant amount of progress in a week.
The new policy could have a significant impact on small businesses.