How to Pronounce "adults"
word
/ˈædəɫts/
A-duhlts
/ˈædʌlts/
A-duhlts
Definition
Adults are people who are fully grown or legally old enough to be responsible for themselves. The word is often used to contrast with children or teenagers.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈædəɫts/
British English
/ˈædʌlts/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
A-duhlts
UK
A-duhlts
Listen in Context
Only adults can enter this room.
There were ten adults at the meeting.
Some adults still live with their parents.
Why do adults always say weekends go by faster now?