How to pronounce platform

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

American/ˈplætfɔɹm/
British/ˈplætfɔːm/

What does platform mean?

nounA raised stage from which speeches are made and on which musical and other performances are made.

A raised floor for any purpose, e.g. for workmen during construction, or formerly for military cannon.

A place or an opportunity to express one's opinion.

“This new talk show will give a platform to everyday men and women.”

verbTo furnish with or shape into a platform

To place on, or as if on, a platform.

To place a train alongside a station platform.

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