How to Pronounce "erupted"
word
ˌiˈɹəptɪd/, /ˌɪˈɹəptɪd
ee-RUP-tid
ɪɹˈʌptɪd
ih-RUP-tid
Definition
Means something suddenly exploded or burst out, like a volcano releasing lava, or a situation or feeling starting very strongly and suddenly.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˌiˈɹəptɪd/, /ˌɪˈɹəptɪd
British English
ɪɹˈʌptɪd
Simplified Pronunciation
US
ee-RUP-tid
UK
ih-RUP-tid
Listen in Context
The volcano erupted last night.
Laughter erupted in the classroom.
A fire erupted in the building.
Suddenly, anger erupted between the two friends.