How to Pronounce "scandal"
word
/ˈskændəɫ/
SKAN-duhl
/skˈændəl/
SKAN-duhl
Definition
A scandal is an event or situation involving immoral, illegal, or shocking behavior that causes public anger or attention. It is often connected to famous people, politics, business, or institutions.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈskændəɫ/
British English
/skˈændəl/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
SKAN-duhl
UK
SKAN-duhl
Listen in Context
The news talked about a big scandal in the government.
The actor lost many fans after the scandal.
People were shocked by the school scandal.
The company is still trying to recover from last year's scandal.