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How to Pronounce "stubbornness"

word

ˈstəbɝnəs/, /ˈstəbɝnnəs
STUB-er-nuhs
stˈʌbənnəs
STUB-uh-nuhs

Definition

The quality of refusing to change your mind or actions, even when it might be better to do so.

IPA Transcription

American English

ˈstəbɝnəs/, /ˈstəbɝnnəs

British English

stˈʌbənnəs

Simplified Pronunciation

US

STUB-er-nuhs

UK

STUB-uh-nuhs

Listen in Context

Her stubbornness made her refuse help from anyone.

Stubbornness can sometimes cause problems.

His stubbornness was stronger than his fear.

Sometimes, a little stubbornness helps you stand up for what you believe in.