How to Pronounce "astonishment"
word
əˈstɑnɪʃmənt
uh-STAH-nish-muhnt
ɐstˈɒnɪʃmənt
uh-STON-ish-muhnt
Definition
A very great feeling of surprise or wonder; being amazed by something unexpected or unusual.
IPA Transcription
American English
əˈstɑnɪʃmənt
British English
ɐstˈɒnɪʃmənt
Simplified Pronunciation
US
uh-STAH-nish-muhnt
UK
uh-STON-ish-muhnt
Listen in Context
Her eyes were wide with astonishment.
The news was met with astonishment by everyone.
He stared at the magician in astonishment.
To my astonishment, she spoke five languages fluently.