How to Pronounce "blinis"
word
ˈbliːniːz
BLEE-neez
blˈɪniz
bli-NEEZ
Definition
Blinis are small, round, Russian pancakes usually made from buckwheat or wheat flour, often served with toppings like sour cream or caviar.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈbliːniːz
British English
blˈɪniz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
BLEE-neez
UK
bli-NEEZ
Listen in Context
We had blinis with salmon for dinner.
Blinis are a traditional Russian food.
I tried blinis for the first time yesterday.
At the party, they passed around trays of hot blinis with caviar.