How to Pronounce "punishes"
word
ˈpənɪʃəz
PUH-ni-shuz
pˈʌnɪʃɪz
PUN-i-shiz
Definition
Shows an action where someone causes another person to suffer a penalty or consequence for doing something wrong.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈpənɪʃəz
British English
pˈʌnɪʃɪz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
PUH-ni-shuz
UK
PUN-i-shiz
Listen in Context
He never punishes his children for small mistakes.
The teacher punishes students who talk during class.
The law punishes those who steal.
My mom punishes me when I break the rules.