How to Pronounce "tantrum"
word
ˈtæntɹəm
TAN-trum
tˈɑːntɹəm
TAHN-trum
Definition
A sudden, uncontrolled burst of anger, usually from a child, often involving crying, yelling, or other dramatic behavior.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈtæntɹəm
British English
tˈɑːntɹəm
Simplified Pronunciation
US
TAN-trum
UK
TAHN-trum
Listen in Context
The child had a tantrum in the supermarket.
He threw a tantrum when he couldn't find his toy.
She sometimes has a tantrum before bedtime.
My boss totally had a tantrum when the project was delayed.