How to Pronounce "blitzkrieg"
word
ˈbɫɪtsˌkɹiɡ
BLITS-kreeg
blˈɪtskɹɪɡ
blits-KRIG
Definition
A sudden, intense military attack meant to surprise and quickly defeat the enemy; also used metaphorically for any fast, overwhelming action.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈbɫɪtsˌkɹiɡ
British English
blˈɪtskɹɪɡ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
BLITS-kreeg
UK
blits-KRIG
Listen in Context
The army launched a blitzkrieg to take the city by surprise.
A marketing blitzkrieg helped them sell thousands of products quickly.
The general planned a blitzkrieg to end the conflict.
Their team pulled off a blitzkrieg in the final minutes, winning the game unexpectedly.