How to Pronounce "fallout"
word
/ˈfɔˌɫaʊt/
FAW-lowt
/fˈɔːlaʊt/
FAW-lowt
Definition
'Fallout' refers to radioactive dust that falls to the ground after a nuclear explosion. More generally, it also describes the negative consequences or results that come after a major event.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈfɔˌɫaʊt/
British English
/fˈɔːlaʊt/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
FAW-lowt
UK
FAW-lowt
Listen in Context
The scientists studied the fallout after the nuclear accident.
There was a lot of fallout after the company closed.
The fallout from the scandal lasted for months.
The political fallout from the decision surprised everyone.