How to Pronounce "scapegoats"
word
ˈskeɪpˌɡoʊts
SKAYP-gohts
skˈeɪpɡəʊts
SKAYP-gohts
Definition
People or groups who are unfairly blamed for problems or mistakes caused by others. A scapegoat is someone chosen to take the blame so others avoid punishment.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈskeɪpˌɡoʊts
British English
skˈeɪpɡəʊts
Simplified Pronunciation
US
SKAYP-gohts
UK
SKAYP-gohts
Listen in Context
The workers became scapegoats after the project failed.
Some people look for scapegoats instead of solving problems.
The team needed scapegoats after the loss.
It's easier to find scapegoats than to admit you made a mistake.