How to Pronounce "agony"
word
/ˈæɡəni/
AG-uh-nee
/ˈæɡəni/
AG-uh-nee
Definition
A state of intense pain, suffering, or distress, either physically or emotionally.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈæɡəni/
British English
/ˈæɡəni/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
AG-uh-nee
UK
AG-uh-nee
Listen in Context
He screamed in agony after breaking his leg.
Waiting for the test results was pure agony.
The prisoner was in constant agony.
She hid her agony behind a smile at the party.