How to Pronounce "repellent"
word
ɹɪˈpɛɫənt
ri-PEL-uhnt
ɹɪpˈɛlənt
ri-PEL-uhnt
Definition
A substance that keeps away insects or other pests. As an adjective, it describes something that causes dislike or is able to drive things away.
IPA Transcription
American English
ɹɪˈpɛɫənt
British English
ɹɪpˈɛlənt
Simplified Pronunciation
US
ri-PEL-uhnt
UK
ri-PEL-uhnt
Listen in Context
I put on repellent before going into the forest.
This spray is a strong repellent for ants.
Do you have any mosquito repellent?
I can't stand that smell—it's almost repellent.