How to Pronounce "explodes"
word
/ɪksˈpɫoʊdz/
ik-SPLOHDZ
/ɛksplˈəʊdz/
ek-SPLOHDZ
Definition
'Explodes' means bursts apart suddenly and violently, usually making a loud noise, like a bomb or balloon. It can also describe strong emotions or a sudden increase in something.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ɪksˈpɫoʊdz/
British English
/ɛksplˈəʊdz/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
ik-SPLOHDZ
UK
ek-SPLOHDZ
Listen in Context
The bomb explodes in the movie.
If you heat the balloon too much, it explodes.
The car explodes after the crash.
Sometimes Dad just explodes when he gets really stressed.