How to Pronounce "confiscate"
word
ˈkɑnfəˌskeɪt
KAHN-fuh-skayt
kˈɒnfɪskˌeɪt
KON-fis-kayt
Definition
To officially take something away from someone, usually as a punishment or because it is not allowed.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈkɑnfəˌskeɪt
British English
kˈɒnfɪskˌeɪt
Simplified Pronunciation
US
KAHN-fuh-skayt
UK
KON-fis-kayt
Listen in Context
The teacher confiscated my phone during class.
Customs officers can confiscate illegal goods at the airport.
If you break the rules, they might confiscate your skateboard.
The police showed up and confiscated all the fake IDs from the party.