How to Pronounce "desolate"
word
ˈdɛsəˌɫeɪt/, /ˈdɛsəɫət/, /ˈdɛzəɫət
DES-uh-layt, DES-uh-luht, DEZ-uh-luht
ˈdɛsələt
DES-uh-luht
Definition
A place that is empty, abandoned, and lacking life or comfort. It can also describe a person who feels very lonely or sad.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈdɛsəˌɫeɪt/, /ˈdɛsəɫət/, /ˈdɛzəɫət
British English
ˈdɛsələt
Simplified Pronunciation
US
DES-uh-layt, DES-uh-luht, DEZ-uh-luht
UK
DES-uh-luht
Listen in Context
The old house looked desolate after everyone moved away.
The desert was wide and desolate, with no signs of life.
She felt desolate after her best friend moved away.
The streets were so desolate at night that it felt eerie walking alone.