How to pronounce ministry

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

British

What does ministry mean?

nounA government department at the administrative level, normally headed by a minister (or equivalent rank, e.g. secretary of state), who holds it as portfolio, especially in a constitutional monarchy, bu

“He works for the ministry of defence.”

The complete body of government ministers (whether or not they are in cabinet) under the leadership of a head of government (such as a prime minister)

“The premier offered his last ministry's resignation to the monarch, and is asked to form a new one in accordance with the election results.”

A ministration.

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