How to Pronounce "blackmails"
word
ˈbɫækˌmeɪɫ
BLAK-mailz
blˈækmeɪlz
bl-AK-mailz
Definition
To threaten to reveal private or harmful information about someone unless they do what you want, usually for money or favors.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈbɫækˌmeɪɫ
British English
blˈækmeɪlz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
BLAK-mailz
UK
bl-AK-mailz
Listen in Context
She blackmails her classmate to get his homework.
He blackmails people with secret photos.
The villain blackmails the mayor for money.
If someone blackmails you, never give in to their demands.