How to Pronounce "weapons"
word
/ˈwɛpənz/
WE-puhnz
/wˈɛpənz/
WE-puhnz
Definition
Objects or tools used to hurt, kill, or threaten people, or to attack and defend in a fight or war. The word is usually used for guns, knives, bombs, and similar items.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈwɛpənz/
British English
/wˈɛpənz/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
WE-puhnz
UK
WE-puhnz
Listen in Context
The police found weapons in the car.
Soldiers carried weapons during the march.
This museum shows old weapons from history.
They were stopped at the airport because security thought they had weapons.