How to Pronounce "turbulent"
word
ˈtɝbjəɫənt
TUR-byuh-luhnt
tˈɜːbjʊlənt
TUR-byuh-luhnt
Definition
Describes something that is full of disorder, chaos, or strong movement, especially used for air, water, or periods of time.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈtɝbjəɫənt
British English
tˈɜːbjʊlənt
Simplified Pronunciation
US
TUR-byuh-luhnt
UK
TUR-byuh-luhnt
Listen in Context
The turbulent sea made the boat move up and down.
They lived through a turbulent period in history.
The airplane shook in the turbulent air.
She had a turbulent relationship with her boss.