How to Pronounce "brittle"
word
/ˈbɹɪtəɫ/
BRIT-l
/bɹˈɪtəl/
BRIT-uhl
Definition
Something that is brittle breaks easily when bent or pressed. The word can also describe a person’s mood or voice as being easily upset or fragile.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈbɹɪtəɫ/
British English
/bɹˈɪtəl/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
BRIT-l
UK
BRIT-uhl
Listen in Context
The glass vase is very brittle.
The old tree branches are brittle and break easily.
Be careful, this candy is very brittle.
Her voice sounded brittle when she spoke to the crowd.