How to Pronounce "coerce"
word
koʊˈɝs
koh-ERS
kˌəʊˈɜːs
kuh-OHS
Definition
To force someone to do something by using threats, pressure, or intimidation, rather than letting them decide freely.
IPA Transcription
American English
koʊˈɝs
British English
kˌəʊˈɜːs
Simplified Pronunciation
US
koh-ERS
UK
kuh-OHS
Listen in Context
They tried to coerce him into signing the contract.
You cannot coerce people to agree with you.
The law protects people from being coerced into unfair deals.
He felt coerced into saying yes, even though he wanted to refuse.