How to Pronounce "convulse"
word
kənˈvʌls
kuhn-VULS
kənvˈʌls
kuhn-VULS
Definition
To suddenly shake or move violently, often because of illness, emotions, or powerful forces. Commonly used to describe muscles or people shaking uncontrollably.
IPA Transcription
American English
kənˈvʌls
British English
kənvˈʌls
Simplified Pronunciation
US
kuhn-VULS
UK
kuhn-VULS
Listen in Context
The baby started to convulse during her fever.
Some diseases can cause the body to convulse suddenly.
His arms began to convulse after he was shocked by electricity.
The comedian's joke made the whole audience convulse with laughter.