How to Pronounce "mercy"
word
/ˈmɝsi/
MUR-see
/mˈɜːsi/
MUR-see
Definition
Mercy is kindness or forgiveness shown to someone you could punish or harm. It is often used when a person in power chooses not to be as harsh as they could be.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈmɝsi/
British English
/mˈɜːsi/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
MUR-see
UK
MUR-see
Listen in Context
The judge showed mercy to the young man.
The prisoner begged for mercy.
Please have mercy on the animal.
After hearing her story, he decided to show mercy instead of anger.