How to Pronounce "mutilation"
word
ˌmjutəˈɫeɪʃən
myoo-tuh-LAY-shun
mjˌuːtɪlˈeɪʃən
myoo-ti-LAY-shun
Definition
Mutilation is the act of severely damaging or removing part of a person's or animal's body, usually on purpose and causing permanent harm. It often refers to violent or extreme injury.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˌmjutəˈɫeɪʃən
British English
mjˌuːtɪlˈeɪʃən
Simplified Pronunciation
US
myoo-tuh-LAY-shun
UK
myoo-ti-LAY-shun
Listen in Context
The accident caused severe mutilation to his leg.
Animal mutilation is illegal in many countries.
Some cultures have traditions involving body mutilation.
There was growing outrage over the mutilation of ancient statues.