How to Pronounce "accidents"
word
/ˈæksədənts/
AK-suh-duhnts
/ˈæksɪdənts/
AK-si-duhnts
Definition
Events that happen unexpectedly and usually cause damage, injury, or problems. They are not planned or intended.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈæksədənts/
British English
/ˈæksɪdənts/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
AK-suh-duhnts
UK
AK-si-duhnts
Listen in Context
There were two accidents on this road last week.
Most accidents happen because people are not careful.
Children can have accidents at home if no one watches them.
Since that icy morning, they've installed better signs to prevent more accidents.