How to Pronounce "fortress"
word
/ˈfɔɹtɹəs/
FOR-trus
/fˈɔːtɹəs/
FAW-trus
Definition
A fortress is a strong building or group of buildings, often surrounded by walls, built to protect against attacks and defend an area.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈfɔɹtɹəs/
British English
/fˈɔːtɹəs/
Simplified Pronunciation
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Listen in Context
The city was protected by a large fortress.
Soldiers stood guard at the entrance of the fortress.
They built the fortress on top of a hill.
The old fortress attracts tourists from all over the world.