How to Pronounce "kidnaps"
word
ˈkɪdˌnæps
KID-naps
kˈɪdnæps
KID-naps
Definition
To take someone away illegally and hold them captive, usually to demand money or force someone to do something.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈkɪdˌnæps
British English
kˈɪdnæps
Simplified Pronunciation
US
KID-naps
UK
KID-naps
Listen in Context
He kidnaps the little girl and demands money.
The villain kidnaps the hero's friend.
Every year, the gang kidnaps tourists.
She never walks alone at night because she’s afraid someone kidnaps her.