How to Pronounce "deafening silence"
expression
DEF-uh-ning SY-lens
DEF-uh-ning SY-lens
Definition
A very strong or obvious silence, often used to emphasize how noticeable and uncomfortable the lack of sound or response is in a situation.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈdɛfənɪŋ/, /ˈdɛfnɪŋ/ /ˈsaɪɫəns
British English
dˈɛfənɪŋ/ /sˈaɪləns
Simplified Pronunciation
US
DEF-uh-ning SY-lens
UK
DEF-uh-ning SY-lens
Listen in Context
There was a deafening silence in the room after the announcement.
When he asked the question, a deafening silence filled the class.
After she left, there was a deafening silence at the table.
You could feel the deafening silence right after he dropped the bombshell.