How to Pronounce "apprehended"
word
/ˌæpɹɪˈhɛndɪd/
ap-ri-HEN-did
/ˌæpɹɪhˈɛndɪd/
ap-ri-HEN-did
Definition
To take someone into custody, usually because they are suspected of a crime; to catch or arrest someone.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˌæpɹɪˈhɛndɪd/
British English
/ˌæpɹɪhˈɛndɪd/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
ap-ri-HEN-did
UK
ap-ri-HEN-did
Listen in Context
The suspect was apprehended by the police last night.
Three men were apprehended during the bank robbery.
After a long chase, the thief was finally apprehended.
Reports say the suspect was apprehended without incident.