How to pronounce elementary

Say it like this: /ˌɛləˈmɛntəɹi/. Listen to real recordings below and compare how it sounds in different accents.

British/ˌɛlɪˈmɛntəɹi/

What does elementary mean?

adjRelating to the basic, essential or fundamental part of something.

Very simple.

Relating to an elementary school.

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