How to Pronounce "abaddon"
word
əˈbædən
uh-BAD-uhn
əˈbædən
uh-BAD-uhn
Definition
Abaddon is a term from the Bible meaning a place of destruction or the angel of the abyss. It is sometimes used to refer to hell or a place of complete ruin.
IPA Transcription
American English
əˈbædən
British English
əˈbædən
Simplified Pronunciation
US
uh-BAD-uhn
UK
uh-BAD-uhn
Listen in Context
In the Bible, Abaddon is called the angel of the abyss.
Some stories describe Abaddon as a place of total destruction.
Abaddon is rarely mentioned outside religious texts.
Some horror novels use Abaddon as the name of a demon or villain.