How to Pronounce "blockading"
word
ˌbɫɑˈkeɪdɪŋ
blaw-KAY-ding
blɒkˈeɪdɪŋ
blok-AY-ding
Definition
To block the movement of people, goods, or vehicles into or out of a place, often as a military or protest action.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˌbɫɑˈkeɪdɪŋ
British English
blɒkˈeɪdɪŋ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
blaw-KAY-ding
UK
blok-AY-ding
Listen in Context
The army was blockading the main road into the city.
Protesters are blockading the entrance to the building.
Ships are blockading the harbor to stop supplies.
They started blockading the highway early in the morning, causing massive traffic jams.