How to Pronounce "trespass"
word
/ˈtɹɛsˌpæs/, /ˈtɹɛspəs/
TRES-pass
/tɹˈɛspəs/
tres-PUHS
Definition
To enter someone else's land or property without permission; also used for breaking a rule or law.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈtɹɛsˌpæs/, /ˈtɹɛspəs/
British English
/tɹˈɛspəs/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
TRES-pass
UK
tres-PUHS
Listen in Context
Do not trespass on this land.
The sign says 'No trespassing'.
He was arrested for trespass.
We accidentally trespassed while hiking and had to turn back.