How to Pronounce "tyranny"
word
/ˈtɪɹəni/
TIR-uh-nee
/tˈɪɹənˌi/
TIR-uh-nee
Definition
Tyranny is a form of cruel and unfair rule by one person or a small group, where people have few rights or freedoms.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈtɪɹəni/
British English
/tˈɪɹənˌi/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
TIR-uh-nee
UK
TIR-uh-nee
Listen in Context
The people suffered under the king's tyranny.
Many revolutions begin because citizens want to escape tyranny.
The dictator's tyranny lasted for decades.
Some say social media has become a modern tyranny over our lives.