How to Pronounce "appalling"
word
/əˈpɔɫɪŋ/
uh-PAW-ling
/ɐpˈɔːlɪŋ/
uh-PAW-ling
Definition
Extremely shocking, bad, or unpleasant; describes something that causes strong feelings of horror, disgust, or surprise.
IPA Transcription
American English
/əˈpɔɫɪŋ/
British English
/ɐpˈɔːlɪŋ/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
uh-PAW-ling
UK
uh-PAW-ling
Listen in Context
The food at that restaurant was appalling.
His appalling behavior shocked everyone.
The conditions in the camp were appalling.
It’s appalling how much food goes to waste every day.