How to Pronounce "startled"
word
/ˈstɑɹtəɫd/
STAR-tuhld
/stˈɑːtəld/
STAH-tuhld
Definition
Feeling suddenly surprised or shocked, often because of an unexpected sound or action.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈstɑɹtəɫd/
British English
/stˈɑːtəld/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
STAR-tuhld
UK
STAH-tuhld
Listen in Context
The loud noise startled the baby.
She looked startled when I called her name.
I was startled by the sudden flash of lightning.
He sounded genuinely startled when he heard the news.