How to Pronounce "ambivalent"
word
æmˈbɪvəɫənt
am-BIV-uh-luhnt
æmbˈɪvələnt
am-BIV-uh-luhnt
Definition
Having mixed or opposing feelings about something or someone, often being uncertain about which choice or opinion to follow.
IPA Transcription
American English
æmˈbɪvəɫənt
British English
æmbˈɪvələnt
Simplified Pronunciation
US
am-BIV-uh-luhnt
UK
am-BIV-uh-luhnt
Listen in Context
She feels ambivalent about moving to a new city.
I am ambivalent about eating dessert every night.
He has ambivalent feelings about his new job.
I'm pretty ambivalent about whether we should stay in or go out tonight.