How to Pronounce "imbalances"
word
ɪmˈbæɫənsɪz
im-BAL-uhn-siz
ɪmbˈælənsɪz
im-BAL-uhn-siz
Definition
Situations where two or more things are not equal, stable, or in the correct proportions. An imbalance is often used to talk about health, finances, or systems when something is out of order.
IPA Transcription
American English
ɪmˈbæɫənsɪz
British English
ɪmbˈælənsɪz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
im-BAL-uhn-siz
UK
im-BAL-uhn-siz
Listen in Context
Hormonal imbalances can cause health problems.
Trade imbalances affect the global economy.
There are imbalances in the distribution of resources.
Long-term imbalances in your diet can make you feel tired.