Como Pronunciar "charybdis"

word

kuh-RIB-dis

Definição

In Greek mythology, Charybdis is a sea monster that creates a dangerous whirlpool, threatening ships that pass by. The name is often used figuratively to refer to a powerful and dangerous force or situation.

Transcrição IPA

Inglês Americano

kəˈrɪbdɪs

Inglês Britânico

kəˈrɪbdɪs

Pronúncia Simplificada

EUA

kuh-RIB-dis

Ouça em Contexto

Charybdis was feared by sailors in ancient Greece.

Odysseus had to pass both Scylla and Charybdis on his journey.

The word Charybdis means a huge and dangerous whirlpool.

Dealing with that legal problem was like facing Charybdis—we barely made it through.