How to Pronounce "bombshells"
word
ˈbɑmˌʃɛɫz
BAHM-shelz
bˈɒmʃɛlz
BOM-shelz
Definition
'Bombshells' means shocking pieces of news or events that surprise people. It can also refer to very attractive women, especially in media or entertainment.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈbɑmˌʃɛɫz
British English
bˈɒmʃɛlz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
BAHM-shelz
UK
BOM-shelz
Listen in Context
The newspaper reported several political bombshells this morning.
Everyone was shocked when two huge bombshells were announced at the meeting.
Old movies often featured glamorous bombshells as the stars.
The CEO dropped several bombshells during his speech; nobody saw them coming.