How to Pronounce "obscenity"
word
əbˈsɛnɪti
ub-SEN-i-tee
ɒbsˈɛnɪti
ob-SEN-i-tee
Definition
Obscenity refers to language, behavior, or material that is very offensive, rude, or sexually inappropriate. It can also mean something shocking or morally unacceptable.
IPA Transcription
American English
əbˈsɛnɪti
British English
ɒbsˈɛnɪti
Simplified Pronunciation
US
ub-SEN-i-tee
UK
ob-SEN-i-tee
Listen in Context
The teacher punished the student for saying an obscenity in class.
Broadcasting obscenity on TV is illegal in many countries.
Many people complained about the obscenity in the new movie.
He was arrested for public obscenity after shouting inappropriate words in the street.