How to Pronounce "atrocities"
word
əˈtɹɑsətiz
uh-TRAH-suh-teez
ɐtɹˈɒsɪtiz
uh-TROS-i-teez
Definition
Atrocities are extremely cruel, shocking, or violent actions, especially those that harm many people. The term is often used to describe acts during wars or conflicts.
IPA Transcription
American English
əˈtɹɑsətiz
British English
ɐtɹˈɒsɪtiz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
uh-TRAH-suh-teez
UK
uh-TROS-i-teez
Listen in Context
Many innocent people suffered during the atrocities of the war.
The world was shocked by the atrocities reported in the news.
International groups investigated the atrocities committed in the region.
People are still haunted by the atrocities that happened decades ago.