How to Pronounce "reluctant"
word
/ɹiˈɫəktənt/
ri-LUHK-tuhnt
/ɹɪlˈʌktənt/
ri-LUHK-tuhnt
Definition
Unwilling to do something; hesitant or showing doubt about taking an action.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ɹiˈɫəktənt/
British English
/ɹɪlˈʌktənt/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
ri-LUHK-tuhnt
UK
ri-LUHK-tuhnt
Listen in Context
She was reluctant to share her personal information.
He gave a reluctant smile.
The children were reluctant to go to bed early.
Banks are reluctant to lend money during economic uncertainty.