How to pronounce threat

Say it like this: /θɹɛt/. Listen to real recordings below and compare how it sounds in different accents.

American/θɹɛt/

What does threat mean?

nounAn expression of intent to injure or punish another.

“There is no terror, Cassius, in your threats.”

An indication of potential or imminent danger.

“Verifying and addressing actual threats is not paranoia.”

A person or object that is regarded as a danger; a menace.

verbTo press; urge; compel.

To threaten.

“O yes, and soundless too; / For you have stolen their buzzing, Antony, / And very wisely threat before you sting.”

To use threats; act or speak menacingly; threaten.

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