How to Pronounce "anguish"
word
/ˈæŋɡwɪʃ/
ANG-gwish
/ˈæŋɡwɪʃ/
ANG-gwish
Definition
A very strong feeling of pain, suffering, or deep emotional distress.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈæŋɡwɪʃ/
British English
/ˈæŋɡwɪʃ/
Simplified Pronunciation
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ANG-gwish
UK
ANG-gwish
Listen in Context
She felt deep anguish after hearing the sad news.
The loss of his pet brought him great anguish.
The anguish in his eyes was easy to see.
He tried to hide his anguish, but his friends knew something was wrong.