How to Pronounce "bereft"
word
bɝˈɛft
ber-EFT
bɪɹˈɛft
bih-REFT
Definition
'Bereft' means lacking something important or feeling very sad and empty, especially after a significant loss.
IPA Transcription
American English
bɝˈɛft
British English
bɪɹˈɛft
Simplified Pronunciation
US
ber-EFT
UK
bih-REFT
Listen in Context
He felt bereft after his dog died.
The house looked bereft without any furniture.
She was bereft of hope after hearing the news.
He stared at the empty chair, looking utterly bereft.