How to Pronounce "insecurity"
word
ˌɪnsɪkˈjʊɹɪti
in-si-KYUR-i-tee
ˌɪnsɪkjˈɔːɹɪti
in-si-KYAW-ri-tee
Definition
A feeling of not being confident, safe, or sure of yourself or your situation. It can describe emotional uncertainty or a lack of safety.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˌɪnsɪkˈjʊɹɪti
British English
ˌɪnsɪkjˈɔːɹɪti
Simplified Pronunciation
US
in-si-KYUR-i-tee
UK
in-si-KYAW-ri-tee
Listen in Context
He felt a lot of insecurity in his new job.
Her insecurity makes her afraid to speak in public.
There is insecurity in the city at night.
Social media can increase people's insecurity about their looks.