How to Pronounce "hurdle"
word
ˈhɝdəɫ
HER-duhl
hˈɜːdəl
HUHR-duhl
Definition
A hurdle is something that makes progress difficult; it can also mean a fence or barrier used in track and field races that athletes must jump over.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈhɝdəɫ
British English
hˈɜːdəl
Simplified Pronunciation
US
HER-duhl
UK
HUHR-duhl
Listen in Context
He jumped over the last hurdle in the race.
Learning English can be a big hurdle for many people.
She faced a hurdle but did not give up.
Getting the visa was the toughest hurdle in my journey.