How to Pronounce "eroded"
word
ɪˈɹoʊdəd/, /ɪˈɹoʊdɪd
ih-ROH-did
ɪɹˈəʊdɪd
ih-ROH-did
Definition
Worn away or gradually destroyed, especially by wind, water, or natural forces. Can refer to both physical surfaces and, figuratively, to things like trust or confidence.
IPA Transcription
American English
ɪˈɹoʊdəd/, /ɪˈɹoʊdɪd
British English
ɪɹˈəʊdɪd
Simplified Pronunciation
US
ih-ROH-did
UK
ih-ROH-did
Listen in Context
The rocks were eroded by the river over many years.
The coastline has eroded after so many storms.
The old statue is eroded and hard to recognize.
Over time, his confidence was eroded by repeated failures.