How to Pronounce "circumstances"
word
/ˈsɝkəmˌstænsəz/
SUR-kuhm-stan-siz
/sˈɜːkəmstˌænsɪz/
SUR-kuhm-stan-siz
Definition
The conditions, facts, or situation that affect what happens or explain why something is the way it is. It is often used when talking about a person's life situation or the context around an event.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈsɝkəmˌstænsəz/
British English
/sˈɜːkəmstˌænsɪz/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
SUR-kuhm-stan-siz
UK
SUR-kuhm-stan-siz
Listen in Context
We had to move because of family circumstances.
His circumstances changed after he lost his job.
Under the circumstances, we stayed home.
I know this isn't ideal, but it's the best we can do under the circumstances.