How to Pronounce "penalties"
word
ˈpɛnəɫtiz
PEN-uhl-teez
pˈɛnəltɪz
PEN-uhl-teez
Definition
Penalties are punishments, often in the form of fines or disadvantages, given when someone breaks a rule or law. In sports, a penalty is a punishment for breaking the rules.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈpɛnəɫtiz
British English
pˈɛnəltɪz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
PEN-uhl-teez
UK
PEN-uhl-teez
Listen in Context
There are strict penalties for cheating in exams.
Drivers who speed may face heavy penalties.
The company paid penalties for breaking the contract.
The team received two penalties in the first half of the game.