How to Pronounce "offend"
word
/əˈfɛnd/
uh-FEND
/əfˈɛnd/
uh-FEND
Definition
To make someone feel upset, hurt, or insulted by what you say or do.
IPA Transcription
American English
/əˈfɛnd/
British English
/əfˈɛnd/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
uh-FEND
UK
uh-FEND
Listen in Context
I didn't mean to offend you.
Some jokes can offend people.
He was offended by her comment.
Sorry if I offended anyone with my remarks.