How to Pronounce "gladiator"
word
ˈɡɫædiˌeɪtɝ
GLAD-ee-ay-ter
ɡlˈædɪˌeɪtɐ
glad-ee-AY-tuh
Definition
A gladiator was a person in ancient Rome who fought animals or other people for entertainment, often in large arenas.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɡɫædiˌeɪtɝ
British English
ɡlˈædɪˌeɪtɐ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
GLAD-ee-ay-ter
UK
glad-ee-AY-tuh
Listen in Context
A gladiator fought for the entertainment of the crowd.
The strongest gladiator became a hero in Rome.
Many movies show battles between gladiators.
He trained like a gladiator to win the competition.