How to Pronounce "revolts"
word
ɹiˈvoʊɫts
ri-VOLTS
ɹɪvˈəʊlts
ri-VOHLTS
Definition
Revolts are violent actions by groups of people who rise up against authority, usually to challenge or overthrow a government. It can also mean strong reactions of disgust or rejection.
IPA Transcription
American English
ɹiˈvoʊɫts
British English
ɹɪvˈəʊlts
Simplified Pronunciation
US
ri-VOLTS
UK
ri-VOHLTS
Listen in Context
Revolts started in different cities after the new law was announced.
Several revolts were crushed by the army.
The country has a long history of revolts and protests.
Every few years, new revolts seem to pop up somewhere.