How to Pronounce "impetuous"
word
ˌɪmˈpɛtʃwəs
im-PECH-oo-uhs
ɪmpˈɛtʃuːəs
im-PECH-oo-uhs
Definition
Describes someone who acts quickly and without thinking carefully, often making sudden or rash decisions.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˌɪmˈpɛtʃwəs
British English
ɪmpˈɛtʃuːəs
Simplified Pronunciation
US
im-PECH-oo-uhs
UK
im-PECH-oo-uhs
Listen in Context
He made an impetuous decision to quit his job.
Her impetuous nature often gets her into trouble.
Don't be so impetuous; think before you act.
It was really impetuous of me to buy that car without a test drive.