How to Pronounce "offense"
word
/əˈfɛns/
uh-FENS
/əˈfɛns/
uh-FENS
Definition
An offense is something that causes hurt feelings or anger because it is rude or insulting. It can also mean a crime or rule-breaking act, and in sports it can mean the team or players who are trying to score.
IPA Transcription
American English
/əˈfɛns/
British English
/əˈfɛns/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
uh-FENS
UK
uh-FENS
Listen in Context
His comment caused offense in the class.
Speeding is a traffic offense.
Our offense scored two goals today.
I hope you didn't take offense at what I said.