How to Pronounce "irrationally"
word
ˌɪˈɹæʃənəɫi/, /ˌɪˈɹæʃnəɫi
ih-RASH-uh-nuh-lee
ɪɹˈæʃənəli
ih-RASH-uh-nuh-lee
Definition
In a way that does not use clear thinking, logic, or reason; based on feelings or impulses instead of facts.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˌɪˈɹæʃənəɫi/, /ˌɪˈɹæʃnəɫi
British English
ɪɹˈæʃənəli
Simplified Pronunciation
US
ih-RASH-uh-nuh-lee
UK
ih-RASH-uh-nuh-lee
Listen in Context
She irrationally refused to try the new food.
He irrationally blamed himself for the accident.
People sometimes react irrationally when they are afraid.
I know I acted irrationally, but I couldn't help it in the moment.