How to Pronounce "tranquillisers"
word
træŋˈkwɪˌlaɪzərz
tran-KWIL-eye-zurz
tɹˈænkwɪlˌaɪzəz
TRAN-kwil-EYE-zuhz
Definition
Medicines used to reduce anxiety or make someone feel calmer, often prescribed to help with stress, sleep, or certain mental health conditions.
IPA Transcription
American English
træŋˈkwɪˌlaɪzərz
British English
tɹˈænkwɪlˌaɪzəz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
tran-KWIL-eye-zurz
UK
TRAN-kwil-EYE-zuhz
Listen in Context
The doctor gave her tranquillisers to help her sleep.
He takes tranquillisers when he feels very anxious.
Some animals are given tranquillisers before surgery.
She was nervous about flying, so her doctor prescribed some tranquillisers.