How to Pronounce "torments"
word
ˈtɔɹˌmɛnts
TOR-ments
ˈtɔːˌmɛnts
TAW-ments
Definition
Causes of great pain, suffering, or distress, often over a period of time. Can refer to physical or emotional pain.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈtɔɹˌmɛnts
British English
ˈtɔːˌmɛnts
Simplified Pronunciation
US
TOR-ments
UK
TAW-ments
Listen in Context
He torments his little brother by taking his toys.
The bad weather torments the travelers every winter.
Nightmares torment her almost every night.
The memories of his mistake still torment him years later.