How to Pronounce "abruptly"
word
əˈbɹəptɫi
uh-BRUPT-lee
ɐbɹˈʌptli
uh-BRUPT-lee
Definition
'Abruptly' means in a sudden or unexpected way, without warning or preparation.
IPA Transcription
American English
əˈbɹəptɫi
British English
ɐbɹˈʌptli
Simplified Pronunciation
US
uh-BRUPT-lee
UK
uh-BRUPT-lee
Listen in Context
The car stopped abruptly at the red light.
She left the meeting abruptly without explanation.
The show ended abruptly because of a power cut.
He turned abruptly and walked away without saying a word.