How to Pronounce "demolish"
word
dɪˈmɑɫɪʃ
di-MAH-lish
dɪmˈɒlɪʃ
di-MOL-ish
Definition
To completely destroy or tear down a building or structure, often using special equipment. Sometimes used figuratively to mean defeating something or someone thoroughly.
IPA Transcription
American English
dɪˈmɑɫɪʃ
British English
dɪmˈɒlɪʃ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
di-MAH-lish
UK
di-MOL-ish
Listen in Context
They will demolish the old school next week.
The workers demolished the building in two days.
They use special machines to demolish walls safely.
Our team totally demolished them in the finals!