How to Pronounce "arrests"
word
/ɝˈɛsts/
uh-RESTS
/ɐɹˈɛsts/
uh-RESTS
Definition
The acts of taking people into police custody because they are suspected of a crime. Can also refer to the stopping or prevention of something.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ɝˈɛsts/
British English
/ɐɹˈɛsts/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
uh-RESTS
UK
uh-RESTS
Listen in Context
The police made several arrests last night.
There were no arrests at the peaceful protest.
The teacher talked about arrests in history class.
After the investigation, more arrests are expected.