How to Pronounce "malfunctions"
word
mæɫˈfəŋkʃənz
mal-FUHNGK-shunz
mˌælfˈʌŋkʃənz
mal-FUNGK-shunz
Definition
Problems that cause a machine, device, or system to stop working properly, often suddenly or unexpectedly.
IPA Transcription
American English
mæɫˈfəŋkʃənz
British English
mˌælfˈʌŋkʃənz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
mal-FUHNGK-shunz
UK
mal-FUNGK-shunz
Listen in Context
The machine stopped working because of several malfunctions.
They checked the car for malfunctions before the trip.
The system recorded two major malfunctions last night.
If your phone keeps having malfunctions, it might be time for a new one.