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How to Pronounce "betray"

word

/bɪˈtɹeɪ/
bi-TRAY
/bɪtɹˈeɪ/
bi-TRAY

Definition

To hurt someone by being disloyal or breaking their trust. It can also mean to unintentionally reveal something, such as a feeling, secret, or weakness.

IPA Transcription

American English

/bɪˈtɹeɪ/

British English

/bɪtɹˈeɪ/

Simplified Pronunciation

US

bi-TRAY

UK

bi-TRAY

Listen in Context

He betrayed his best friend for money.

She felt that I had betrayed her trust.

His face betrayed his fear.

I told you that in private, so please don't betray my trust.