How to Pronounce "closeted"
word
ˈkɫɑzətɪd
KLAW-zuh-tid
klˈɒzɪtɪd
kLOZ-i-tid
Definition
Describes someone who keeps their sexual orientation or a significant aspect of their identity secret, especially being LGBTQ+.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈkɫɑzətɪd
British English
klˈɒzɪtɪd
Simplified Pronunciation
US
KLAW-zuh-tid
UK
kLOZ-i-tid
Listen in Context
He is still closeted at work.
Many young people are closeted because they are afraid of rejection.
She finally told her parents she was no longer closeted.
Being closeted can be very stressful and lonely.