How to Pronounce "turmoil"
word
/ˈtɝˌmɔɪɫ/
TUR-moyl
/tˈɜːmɔɪl/
TUR-moil
Definition
A state of great confusion, disorder, or uncertainty, often involving emotional or social upset.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈtɝˌmɔɪɫ/
British English
/tˈɜːmɔɪl/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
TUR-moyl
UK
TUR-moil
Listen in Context
The country is in turmoil after the election.
His mind was in turmoil and he couldn't sleep.
The market was thrown into turmoil by the news.
Her breakup left her life in complete turmoil for months.