How to Pronounce "brutality"
word
/bɹuˈtæɫəti/
broo-TA-luh-tee
/bɹuːtˈælɪti/
broo-TA-luh-tee
Definition
Extreme cruelty or violence, especially when it's shocking or unnecessary.
IPA Transcription
American English
/bɹuˈtæɫəti/
British English
/bɹuːtˈælɪti/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
broo-TA-luh-tee
UK
broo-TA-luh-tee
Listen in Context
The brutality of the attack shocked everyone.
Many people protested against police brutality.
The movie shows scenes of great brutality.
She couldn't believe the brutality she witnessed on the news.