How to Pronounce "setbacks"
word
ˈsɛtˌbæks
SET-baks
sˈɛtbæks
SET-baks
Definition
Difficulties or problems that cause a delay or stop you from making progress toward a goal. 'Setbacks' are often unexpected and temporary.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈsɛtˌbæks
British English
sˈɛtbæks
Simplified Pronunciation
US
SET-baks
UK
SET-baks
Listen in Context
We had several setbacks during the project.
Don’t let small setbacks stop you from trying again.
The team experienced unexpected setbacks.
After a few setbacks, she finally launched her business.