How to Pronounce "rocketed"
word
ˈɹɑkətɪd
RAH-kuh-tid
ɹˈɒkɪtɪd
OK-it-id
Definition
To move or increase very quickly, like a rocket. Often used to describe sudden rises in prices, numbers, or speed.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɹɑkətɪd
British English
ɹˈɒkɪtɪd
Simplified Pronunciation
US
RAH-kuh-tid
UK
OK-it-id
Listen in Context
The price of bread rocketed last year.
His temperature rocketed during the night.
Tickets sales rocketed after the announcement.
Demand for the product rocketed overnight, surprising everyone.