How to Pronounce "hostility"
word
/hɑˈstɪɫəti/
hah-STIL-i-tee
/həstˈɪlɪti/
ho-STIL-i-tee
Definition
Hostility is a strong feeling of anger or unfriendliness, often shown in words or actions towards someone or something.
IPA Transcription
American English
/hɑˈstɪɫəti/
British English
/həstˈɪlɪti/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
hah-STIL-i-tee
UK
ho-STIL-i-tee
Listen in Context
The discussion turned to hostility quickly.
His proposal was met with open hostility from the team.
Despite years of hostility, they finally decided to talk.
You could feel the hostility in the room.