How to Pronounce "intercepted"
word
/ˌɪnɝˈsɛptəd/
in-tur-SEP-tid
/ˌɪntəsˈɛptɪd/
in-tuh-SEP-tid
Definition
Stopped or caught something while it was moving from one place to another, often before it reaches its intended destination; can refer to physical objects or information.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˌɪnɝˈsɛptəd/
British English
/ˌɪntəsˈɛptɪd/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
in-tur-SEP-tid
UK
in-tuh-SEP-tid
Listen in Context
The police intercepted the stolen car.
The message was intercepted before it reached the office.
The football was intercepted by the defender.
Her email was intercepted and never reached the recipient.