How to Pronounce "reckless"
word
/ˈɹɛkɫəs/
REK-lis
/ɹˈɛkləs/
REK-lis
Definition
Doing something without thinking about the danger or consequences, often putting yourself or others at risk.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈɹɛkɫəs/
British English
/ɹˈɛkləs/
Simplified Pronunciation
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REK-lis
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REK-lis
Listen in Context
The reckless driver caused an accident.
It was reckless to climb the mountain without equipment.
He made a reckless decision without thinking.
People say my brother is reckless, but he just likes to take risks.