How to Pronounce "run amok"
expression
ˈɹən/ /əˈmək
RUN uh-MUHK
ɹˈʌn/ /ɐmˈɒk
ruhn uh-MOK
Definition
To behave wildly and out of control, causing chaos or damage. It often refers to people, animals, or even things acting in a way that cannot be controlled.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɹən/ /əˈmək
British English
ɹˈʌn/ /ɐmˈɒk
Simplified Pronunciation
US
RUN uh-MUHK
UK
ruhn uh-MOK
Listen in Context
The cows ran amok and broke the fence.
The children ran amok in the playground.
After the alarm rang, everyone ran amok.
If we let them eat too much sugar, they'll run amok for hours.