How to Pronounce "astounds"
word
əˈstaʊndz
uh-STOWNDZ
ɐstˈaʊndz
uh-STOWNDZ
Definition
To surprise someone very much; to make someone feel amazed or shocked by something unexpected.
IPA Transcription
American English
əˈstaʊndz
British English
ɐstˈaʊndz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
uh-STOWNDZ
UK
uh-STOWNDZ
Listen in Context
The news astounds everyone in the office.
Her talent astounds her teachers.
It astounds me how quickly he learns new things.
It never astounds me how creative kids can be.