How to Pronounce "blindsided"
word
ˈbɫaɪndˌsaɪdɪd
BLIND-sy-did
blˈaɪndsaɪdɪd
blind-SY-did
Definition
To attack, criticize, or surprise someone when they are not prepared. Most often used to describe feeling shocked or caught off guard by something unexpected.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈbɫaɪndˌsaɪdɪd
British English
blˈaɪndsaɪdɪd
Simplified Pronunciation
US
BLIND-sy-did
UK
blind-SY-did
Listen in Context
I was blindsided by the sudden news.
He felt blindsided by her decision.
The company was blindsided by the competitor's move.
She totally blindsided me with that question in the meeting.