How to Pronounce "imploding"
word
ˌɪmˈpɫoʊdɪŋ
im-PLOH-ding
ɪmplˈəʊdɪŋ
im-PLOH-ding
Definition
Breaking inward suddenly or collapsing in on itself, often because of external pressure. It can also be used figuratively for emotional or organizational collapse.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˌɪmˈpɫoʊdɪŋ
British English
ɪmplˈəʊdɪŋ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
im-PLOH-ding
UK
im-PLOH-ding
Listen in Context
The building started imploding after the explosion.
A star can die by imploding in space.
The pressure was so high that the can started imploding.
After weeks of constant stress, she felt like she was imploding emotionally.