How to Pronounce “fiduciary”

American (US)

/fɪˈduːʃieri/

British (UK)

/fɪˈdjuːʃəri/

adjective — Involving trust, especially a legal duty to act in another person's financial interest.

Example: Trustees have a fiduciary duty to the beneficiaries.

Where the stress falls. “fiduciary” has 5 syllables, and the transcription /fɪˈduːʃieri/ puts the primary stress mark (ˈ) before the second one — so the second syllable is the longest and loudest. The others are said quickly and lightly.

What does "fiduciary" mean?

fiduciary (adjective): Involving trust, especially a legal duty to act in another person's financial interest. For example — Trustees have a fiduciary duty to the beneficiaries.

How do you pronounce "fiduciary" in American vs British English?

American English: /fɪˈduːʃieri/. British English: /fɪˈdjuːʃəri/. Play both on this page to hear the difference.

What is the IPA transcription of "fiduciary"?

/fɪˈduːʃieri/ in American English, /fɪˈdjuːʃəri/ in British English.

Which syllable is stressed in "fiduciary"?

“fiduciary” has 5 syllables, and the transcription /fɪˈduːʃieri/ puts the primary stress mark (ˈ) before the second one — so the second syllable is the longest and loudest. The others are said quickly and lightly.

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