How to Pronounce "witnessed"
word
WIT-nuhst
WIT-nuhst
Definition
Saw an event happen, especially something important or shocking. Also means being present and officially confirming what happened.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈwɪtnəst/
British English
/wˈɪtnəst/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
WIT-nuhst
UK
WIT-nuhst
Listen in Context
I witnessed the rainbow after the storm.
She witnessed the accident on her way to work.
Hundreds witnessed the parade downtown.
He witnessed a crime and had to talk to the police.