How to Pronounce "skyrocketed"
word
ˈskaɪˌɹɑkətɪd
SKY-rah-kuh-tid
skˈaɪɹˌɒkɪtɪd
sky-ROK-i-tid
Definition
To increase extremely quickly and suddenly, especially in price, amount, or level.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈskaɪˌɹɑkətɪd
British English
skˈaɪɹˌɒkɪtɪd
Simplified Pronunciation
US
SKY-rah-kuh-tid
UK
sky-ROK-i-tid
Listen in Context
The price of oil skyrocketed last year.
Housing costs have skyrocketed in the city.
His popularity skyrocketed after the movie came out.
My phone bill skyrocketed because of roaming charges on vacation.