How to Pronounce "involuntary"
word
ˌɪnˈvɑɫənˌtɛɹi
in-VOL-uhn-ter-ee
ɪnvˈɒləntəɹi
in-VOL-uhn-tuh-ree
Definition
Describes something done without choice or control, often happening automatically or as a reflex.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˌɪnˈvɑɫənˌtɛɹi
British English
ɪnvˈɒləntəɹi
Simplified Pronunciation
US
in-VOL-uhn-ter-ee
UK
in-VOL-uhn-tuh-ree
Listen in Context
Sneezing is an involuntary action.
His hand made an involuntary movement.
Breathing is partly involuntary.
She gave an involuntary laugh during the meeting.