How to Pronounce "brilliant"
word
/ˈbɹɪɫjənt/
BRIL-yuhnt
/bɹˈɪlɪənt/
BRIL-ee-uhnt
Definition
If something is brilliant, it is extremely good, impressive, or full of light. It can also describe a person who is very intelligent or a clever idea.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈbɹɪɫjənt/
British English
/bɹˈɪlɪənt/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
BRIL-yuhnt
UK
BRIL-ee-uhnt
Listen in Context
She is a brilliant student.
What a brilliant idea!
The moon looked brilliant in the clear sky.
That was a brilliant game — I couldn’t stop watching.