How to Pronounce "alerted"
word
/əˈɫɝtɪd/
uh-LUR-did
/ɐlˈɜːtɪd/
uh-LUR-tid
Definition
Told someone about a danger or important situation so they are ready or aware. Commonly used when warning people of risks or problems.
IPA Transcription
American English
/əˈɫɝtɪd/
British English
/ɐlˈɜːtɪd/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
uh-LUR-did
UK
uh-LUR-tid
Listen in Context
The teacher alerted the students about the fire drill.
My phone alerted me to a new message.
She alerted the police after hearing footsteps outside.
Luckily, someone alerted me before I made a big mistake.