How to Pronounce "ordeal"
word
/ɔɹˈdiɫ/
or-DEEL
/ɔːdˈiəl/
aw-DEEL
Definition
A very difficult or painful experience, often one that tests your strength or patience.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ɔɹˈdiɫ/
British English
/ɔːdˈiəl/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
or-DEEL
UK
aw-DEEL
Listen in Context
The long illness was a terrible ordeal for her.
They survived the ordeal of getting lost in the mountains.
The exam was such an ordeal for the children.
Getting through that breakup was an emotional ordeal.