How to Pronounce "ricocheted"
word
ˈɹɪkəˌʃeɪd
RIK-uh-shayd
ɹˈɪkəʃˌeɪd
ri-KUH-shayd
Definition
To bounce off a surface at an angle, especially after hitting it; often used for bullets or objects that strike something hard and then fly off in another direction.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɹɪkəˌʃeɪd
British English
ɹˈɪkəʃˌeɪd
Simplified Pronunciation
US
RIK-uh-shayd
UK
ri-KUH-shayd
Listen in Context
The ball ricocheted off the wall and hit the lamp.
A bullet ricocheted across the ground.
The rock ricocheted off the metal fence.
The sound ricocheted through the empty hallway, echoing loudly.