How to Pronounce "electrocute"
word
ˌɪˈɫɛktɹəkˌjut
ih-LEK-truh-kyoot
ɪlˈɛktɹəkjˌuːt
ih-LEK-truh-KYOOT
Definition
To seriously injure or kill someone by causing electricity to pass through their body.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˌɪˈɫɛktɹəkˌjut
British English
ɪlˈɛktɹəkjˌuːt
Simplified Pronunciation
US
ih-LEK-truh-kyoot
UK
ih-LEK-truh-KYOOT
Listen in Context
If you touch a live wire, you could electrocute yourself.
He was electrocuted while fixing the light.
Do not use electrical devices near water or you might electrocute someone.
The technician accidentally electrocuted himself at work.