How to Pronounce "spectacle"

word

/ˈspɛktəkəɫ/

SPEK-tuh-kuhl

/spˈɛktəkəl/

SPEK-tuh-kuhl

Definition

An impressive, grand, or dramatic display or event. Also refers to an embarrassing public scene. In British English, 'spectacles' (plural) means eyeglasses.

IPA Transcription

American English

/ˈspɛktəkəɫ/

British English

/spˈɛktəkəl/

Simplified Pronunciation

SPEK-tuh-kuhl

Listen in Context

The fireworks display was a beautiful spectacle.

He made a spectacle of himself at the party.

My grandfather always wore wire-rimmed spectacles.

The opening ceremony was a spectacle of lights, music, and thousands of performers.