How to Pronounce "tirade"
word
taɪˈɹeɪd
ty-RAYD
taɪɹˈeɪd
tyr-AYD
Definition
A long, angry speech that criticizes or accuses someone, often delivered in a passionate or emotional way.
IPA Transcription
American English
taɪˈɹeɪd
British English
taɪɹˈeɪd
Simplified Pronunciation
US
ty-RAYD
UK
tyr-AYD
Listen in Context
The coach went on a tirade after the team lost the game.
She launched into a tirade about the dirty kitchen.
He listened quietly to his boss's tirade.
After waiting an hour, he exploded into a tirade about poor service.