How to Pronounce "kidnappings"
word
ˈkɪdˌnæpɪŋz
KID-nap-ingz
kˈɪdnæpɪŋz
kid-NAP-ingz
Definition
Kidnappings are the acts of taking someone away illegally by force, usually to get money or something else in exchange. It refers to the crime of abducting a person.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈkɪdˌnæpɪŋz
British English
kˈɪdnæpɪŋz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
KID-nap-ingz
UK
kid-NAP-ingz
Listen in Context
There have been several kidnappings in this area lately.
The police are investigating the kidnappings.
People are afraid because of the recent kidnappings.
News reports say the number of kidnappings has gone up this year.