How to Pronounce "scandals"
word
ˈskændəɫz
SKAN-duhlz
skˈændəlz
SKAN-duhlz
Definition
Events or actions that cause public shock or strong disapproval because they are seen as morally or legally wrong. Often used when famous people or organizations are involved in wrongdoing that becomes public.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈskændəɫz
British English
skˈændəlz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
SKAN-duhlz
UK
SKAN-duhlz
Listen in Context
There were many scandals in the news last year.
The company lost trust because of the scandals.
Politicians try to avoid scandals during elections.
After so many scandals, people stopped trusting the government.