How to Pronounce "ricochets"
word
ˈɹɪkəˌʃeɪ
RIK-uh-shayz
ɹˈɪkəʃˌeɪs
rik-uh-SHAYS
Definition
To bounce off a surface after hitting it, often used for bullets or objects. It can also describe an effect that spreads or repeats in different places.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɹɪkəˌʃeɪ
British English
ɹˈɪkəʃˌeɪs
Simplified Pronunciation
US
RIK-uh-shayz
UK
rik-uh-SHAYS
Listen in Context
The ball ricochets off the wall.
The bullet ricochets off the metal door.
The stone ricochets across the lake.
News of the scandal ricochets through the city in just hours.