How to Pronounce "rapture"
word
ˈɹæptʃɝ
RAP-chur
ɹˈæptʃɐ
RAP-chuh
Definition
A feeling of intense joy, happiness, or pleasure. In some religious contexts, it can also refer to being taken up to heaven.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɹæptʃɝ
British English
ɹˈæptʃɐ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
RAP-chur
UK
RAP-chuh
Listen in Context
She listened to the music in rapture.
His face showed pure rapture at the surprise.
They shouted in rapture when their team won.
The children were in absolute rapture as the fireworks lit up the sky.