How to Pronounce "loosened"
word
ˈɫusənd
LOO-sənd
lˈuːsənd
LOO-sənd
Definition
Made something less tight or less firmly fixed; can also mean making rules or restrictions less strict.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɫusənd
British English
lˈuːsənd
Simplified Pronunciation
US
LOO-sənd
UK
LOO-sənd
Listen in Context
He loosened his tie after the meeting.
The mechanic loosened the bolts on the wheel.
She loosened the knot so the rope would be easier to untie.
My shoes kept slipping off because the laces were loosened.