trainee

Word parts

train + -ee

Pronunciation

• IPA ^(key): /treɪˈni/ or [tʃreɪˈni]

• Audio (US)

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• Hyphenation: train‧ee

Noun

Singular trainee

Plural trainees

1. (countable) A trainee is a person who is undergoing training for a job.

Related words

• intern
• apprentice