How to Pronounce "gladiators"
word
ˈɡɫædiˌeɪtɝz
GLAD-ee-ay-terz
ɡlˈædɪˌeɪtəz
glad-ee-AY-tuhz
Definition
Gladiators were trained fighters in ancient Rome who fought each other or wild animals for public entertainment.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɡɫædiˌeɪtɝz
British English
ɡlˈædɪˌeɪtəz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
GLAD-ee-ay-terz
UK
glad-ee-AY-tuhz
Listen in Context
Gladiators fought in large arenas in Rome.
Many gladiators were slaves or prisoners.
Some gladiators became famous heroes.
People used to cheer loudly for their favorite gladiators.