How to Pronounce "deadlock"
word
ˈdɛdˌɫɑk
DED-lahk
dˈɛdlɒk
DED-lok
Definition
A situation where progress is impossible because two or more sides cannot agree or move forward. Often used for negotiations, discussions, or in computing when processes are stuck.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈdɛdˌɫɑk
British English
dˈɛdlɒk
Simplified Pronunciation
US
DED-lahk
UK
DED-lok
Listen in Context
The two teams reached a deadlock during the meeting.
Negotiations ended in deadlock with no agreement.
There was a deadlock in the voting process.
We're at a deadlock—no one wants to compromise.