How to Pronounce "rebellion"
word
/ɹɪˈbɛɫjən/
ri-BEL-yuhn
/ɹɪbˈɛliən/
ri-BEL-yuhn
Definition
An act of organized resistance or defiance against an established authority, government, or convention. Can range from armed uprising to personal refusal to conform.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ɹɪˈbɛɫjən/
British English
/ɹɪbˈɛliən/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
ri-BEL-yuhn
UK
ri-BEL-yuhn
Listen in Context
The rebellion against the king lasted for two years.
Teenage rebellion is a normal part of growing up.
The government sent troops to crush the rebellion.
Her decision to become an artist instead of a lawyer was an act of quiet rebellion against her family's expectations.