How to Pronounce “dilemma

word

/dɪˈɫɛmə/
di-LEM-uh
/daɪlˈɛmɐ/
dy-LEM-uh

IPA Transcription

American English

/dɪˈɫɛmə/

British English

/daɪlˈɛmɐ/

Simplified Pronunciation

US

di-LEM-uh

UK

dy-LEM-uh

Listen in Context

She is in a dilemma about whether to stay or leave.

Choosing between two good job offers put me in a dilemma.

Students often face a dilemma when they must balance work and study.

It's such a dilemma—either I miss my best friend's wedding or fail my final exam!