How to Pronounce "rebellious"
word
ɹəˈbɛɫjəs/, /ɹɪˈbɛɫjəs
ri-BEL-yus
ɹɪbˈɛlɪəs
ri-BEL-ee-us
Definition
Someone who is rebellious does not obey rules or authority and often resists control, especially showing independence in attitude or behavior.
IPA Transcription
American English
ɹəˈbɛɫjəs/, /ɹɪˈbɛɫjəs
British English
ɹɪbˈɛlɪəs
Simplified Pronunciation
US
ri-BEL-yus
UK
ri-BEL-ee-us
Listen in Context
He has a rebellious attitude in class.
Many rebellious teenagers question authority.
Her rebellious nature made her stand out.
He went through a rebellious phase in high school.