How to Pronounce "cruelties"
word
KROO-uhl-teez
kROO-uhl-teez
Definition
Cruelties are actions or behaviors that are extremely mean, harsh, or cause great pain or suffering to others. The word is the plural form of 'cruelty' and refers to more than one such act.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈkɹuəɫtiz/, /ˈkɹuɫtiz
British English
kɹˈuːəltɪz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
KROO-uhl-teez
UK
kROO-uhl-teez
Listen in Context
He spoke about the cruelties he experienced as a child.
Many cruelties were committed during the war.
Animals should not suffer from human cruelties.
The book describes the shocking cruelties prisoners endured.