How to Pronounce "rockslide"
word
ˈrɑkˌslaɪd
RAHK-slide
ˈrɒkˌslaɪd
ROK-slide
Definition
A rockslide is when a large number of rocks suddenly fall down a mountain or slope, often causing damage or blocking roads.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈrɑkˌslaɪd
British English
ˈrɒkˌslaɪd
Simplified Pronunciation
US
RAHK-slide
UK
ROK-slide
Listen in Context
A rockslide blocked the road last night.
The hikers saw a rockslide from a distance.
After the rockslide, emergency workers arrived quickly.
Heavy rain last week triggered a massive rockslide in the mountains.