How to Pronounce "nightmare"
word
/ˈnaɪtˌmɛɹ/
NYT-mair
/nˈaɪtmeə/
NYT-mair
Definition
A nightmare is a frightening dream that makes you feel scared or upset. It can also mean a very difficult, stressful, or unpleasant situation in real life.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈnaɪtˌmɛɹ/
British English
/nˈaɪtmeə/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
NYT-mair
UK
NYT-mair
Listen in Context
I had a nightmare last night.
The storm turned our trip into a nightmare.
My little brother woke up after a nightmare.
Getting a visa was an absolute nightmare.