How to Pronounce "failsafe"
word
ˈfeɪɫˌseɪf
FAYL-sayf
ˈfeɪlˌseɪf
FAYL-sayf
Definition
A failsafe is a system or device designed to automatically prevent failure or harm if something goes wrong. It can also describe something that cannot fail or is very reliable.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈfeɪɫˌseɪf
British English
ˈfeɪlˌseɪf
Simplified Pronunciation
US
FAYL-sayf
UK
FAYL-sayf
Listen in Context
The machine has a failsafe to stop it if it overheats.
They designed a failsafe system for the power plant.
The emergency door has a failsafe lock.
We need a failsafe plan in case something goes wrong.