How to Pronounce "asbestos"
word
/æsˈbɛstəs/
az-BES-tus
/æsbˈɛstəs/
az-BES-tus
Definition
A natural mineral that was once widely used in buildings for insulation and fireproofing, but is now banned or controlled in many countries because it can be very harmful to health if its fibers are inhaled.
IPA Transcription
American English
/æsˈbɛstəs/
British English
/æsbˈɛstəs/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
az-BES-tus
UK
az-BES-tus
Listen in Context
Asbestos was used in old buildings for fireproofing.
Breathing asbestos dust can cause serious illness.
Many countries have banned asbestos.
They had to remove all the asbestos before renovating the school.