How to Pronounce "lawless"
word
ˈɫɔɫəs
LAW-luhs
lˈɔːləs
LAW-luhs
Definition
Describes a place or situation where laws are not obeyed or not enforced, often resulting in chaos or disorder.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɫɔɫəs
British English
lˈɔːləs
Simplified Pronunciation
US
LAW-luhs
UK
LAW-luhs
Listen in Context
The wild west was often described as lawless.
It is dangerous to live in a lawless area.
The city became lawless after the police left.
After the storm, things turned pretty lawless until help arrived.