American English pronunciation

How to pronounce 'abuse' in American English

Learn the American English pronunciation of "abuse" with simple phonetic spelling, IPA transcription, meaning, example sentences, and AI-powered pronunciation practice.

Pronunciation of "abuse"

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Simple pronunciation
uh-byoos
IPA transcription
/əˈbjus/
Word frequency
2,535th

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What does "abuse" mean?

  1. 1.to treat someone or something in a harmful or wrong way
  2. 2.hurtful words or actions directed at someone

Examples of "abuse" in a sentence

  • She suffered emotional abuse from her partner.
  • Animal abuse is a serious issue in society.
  • He was accused of substance abuse.

How common is "abuse"?

Abuse is the 2,535th most common word in English.

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