How to Pronounce "insurgents"
word
in-SUR-jents
in-SUR-jents
Definition
Insurgents are people who rise up against a government or authority, usually using force. They are often called rebels or fighters in a conflict or war.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˌɪnˈsɝdʒənts
British English
ɪnsˈɜːdʒənts
Simplified Pronunciation
US
in-SUR-jents
UK
in-SUR-jents
Listen in Context
The army fought the insurgents in the north.
Insurgents attacked the small town at night.
The government is trying to defeat the insurgents.
Several insurgents were captured after the early morning raid.