How to Pronounce "ambush"
word
/ˈæmˌbʊʃ/
AM-buush
/ˈæmbʊʃ/
AM-buush
Definition
An ambush is a surprise attack from a hidden place. It can also mean the action of hiding and waiting to attack someone unexpectedly.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈæmˌbʊʃ/
British English
/ˈæmbʊʃ/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
AM-buush
UK
AM-buush
Listen in Context
The soldiers set an ambush for the enemy.
The tiger waited in ambush for its prey.
They planned to ambush the thieves at night.
Our team walked right into an ambush during the mission.