How to Pronounce "catastrophes"
word
kəˈtæstɹəfiz
kuh-TAS-truh-feez
kɐtˈæstɹəfɪz
kuh-TAS-truh-fiz
Definition
Very serious and sudden events that cause great damage, suffering, or destruction. Catastrophes can be natural disasters like earthquakes or man-made crises.
IPA Transcription
American English
kəˈtæstɹəfiz
British English
kɐtˈæstɹəfɪz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
kuh-TAS-truh-feez
UK
kuh-TAS-truh-fiz
Listen in Context
Earthquakes and floods are examples of catastrophes.
Many people lost their homes in the recent catastrophes.
Governments prepare for future catastrophes.
Natural catastrophes seem to be happening more often these days.