How to Pronounce "vulnerability"
word
ˌvəɫnɝəˈbɪɫɪti
vuhl-ner-uh-BIL-i-tee
vˌʌlnəɹəbˈɪlɪti
vul-nuh-ruh-BIL-i-tee
Definition
A state of being open to harm, attack, or damage, either physically or emotionally.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˌvəɫnɝəˈbɪɫɪti
British English
vˌʌlnəɹəbˈɪlɪti
Simplified Pronunciation
US
vuhl-ner-uh-BIL-i-tee
UK
vul-nuh-ruh-BIL-i-tee
Listen in Context
She showed her vulnerability when she talked about her fears.
The storm revealed the vulnerability of the old bridge.
Children have a special vulnerability to certain diseases.
Admitting your vulnerability can actually make relationships stronger.