How to Pronounce "roadblock"
word
/ˈɹoʊdˌbɫɑk/
ROHD-blahk
/ɹˈəʊdblɒk/
ROHD-blok
Definition
A physical barrier on a road, often set up by police or authorities, to control traffic or stop vehicles. It can also mean an obstacle or problem that stops progress in any situation.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈɹoʊdˌbɫɑk/
British English
/ɹˈəʊdblɒk/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
ROHD-blahk
UK
ROHD-blok
Listen in Context
The police set up a roadblock to stop the cars.
We hit a roadblock while planning our trip.
There was a big roadblock on the highway last night.
Our project hit a roadblock when we lost our main investor.