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How to pronounce “kamikaze”

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Pronunciation guide for kamikaze

Learning goal
Practice the English pronunciation of kamikaze with real speech in context.
Available examples
5 YouTube examples
Real speech example
5 Ways Leaders Can Adapt to Shifting GeopoliticsIf you see the Iranian kamikaze drones in the skies over Kiev
Definition summary
An attack requiring the suicide of the one carrying it out, especially when done with an aircraft.

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How to pronounce kamikaze

5 Ways Leaders Can Adapt to Shifting Geopolitics

If you see the Iranian kamikaze drones in the skies over Kiev

Example Sentences

A Deep Dive Into “kamikaze”

Meaning

  • [Noun]
  • An attack requiring the suicide of the one carrying it out, especially when done with an aircraft.
  • (countable) One who carries out a suicide attack, especially with an aircraft.
  • (countable) A vehicle used for a suicide attack, especially an aircraft.
  • (colloquial, countable) One who takes excessive risks, as for example in a sporting event.
  • (countable) A cocktail made of equal parts vodka, triple sec and lime juice.
  • (countable, surfing) A deliberate wipeout.
  • [Verb]
  • (transitive) To destroy (a ship, etc.) in a suicide attack, especially by crashing an aircraft.
  • (intransitive) To carry out a suicide attack, especially by crashing an aircraft.
  • (intransitive, slang) To fail disastrously.
  • [Adjective]
  • Suicidal, risking one's own life.
  • Having or showing reckless disregard for safety or personal welfare.

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