How to Pronounce "threatened"
word
/ˈθɹɛtənd/
THRE-tuhnd
/θɹˈɛtənd/
THRE-tuhnd
Definition
"Threatened" describes someone or something that is in danger, under pressure, or likely to be harmed. It can also mean feeling unsafe because another person seems aggressive or intimidating.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈθɹɛtənd/
British English
/θɹˈɛtənd/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
THRE-tuhnd
UK
THRE-tuhnd
Listen in Context
The animal is threatened by pollution.
She felt threatened by his angry voice.
Many plants are now threatened in this area.
He got weirdly defensive, like he felt threatened by my question.