How to Pronounce "implosions"
word
ˌɪmˈpɫoʊʒən
im-PLOH-zhuhn
ɪmplˈəʊʒən
im-PLOH-zhuhn
Definition
Implosions are events where something collapses inward suddenly and violently, usually because of high pressure outside and lower pressure inside. It can also be used figuratively for situations or systems that fall apart from within.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˌɪmˈpɫoʊʒən
British English
ɪmplˈəʊʒən
Simplified Pronunciation
US
im-PLOH-zhuhn
UK
im-PLOH-zhuhn
Listen in Context
The building was destroyed by several implosions.
Scientists study implosions in laboratories.
Old stadiums are brought down using controlled implosions.
The company faced a series of unexpected implosions after the scandal broke.