How to Pronounce "in ruins"
expression
ˈɪn/, /ɪn/ /ˈɹuənz/, /ˈɹuɪnz
in ROO-inz
ˈɪn/ /ɹˈuːɪnz
in ROO-inz
Definition
Describes something, usually a building or place, that has been badly damaged or destroyed. It can also be used figuratively for something that has failed or is in a very bad condition.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɪn/, /ɪn/ /ˈɹuənz/, /ˈɹuɪnz
British English
ˈɪn/ /ɹˈuːɪnz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
in ROO-inz
UK
in ROO-inz
Listen in Context
The ancient castle is in ruins.
After the fire, their house was in ruins.
The city was left in ruins after the war.
His plans for the company are in ruins now.