How to Pronounce "taboos"
word
tæˈbuz
ta-BOOZ
tæbˈuːz
tab-OOZ
Definition
Taboos are actions, topics, or behaviors that a society strongly forbids or avoids, often for cultural or religious reasons.
IPA Transcription
American English
tæˈbuz
British English
tæbˈuːz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
ta-BOOZ
UK
tab-OOZ
Listen in Context
Different cultures have different taboos.
Talking about money is one of the taboos in some families.
There are strict taboos about what you can eat during the festival.
He didn't realize he was breaking any taboos until people started reacting.