How to Pronounce "cellophane"
word
ˈsɛɫəˌfeɪn
SEL-uh-fayn
sˈɛləfˌeɪn
SEL-uh-fayn
Definition
A thin, transparent material made from cellulose, commonly used for wrapping food, gifts, or other products to protect them and keep them fresh.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈsɛɫəˌfeɪn
British English
sˈɛləfˌeɪn
Simplified Pronunciation
US
SEL-uh-fayn
UK
SEL-uh-fayn
Listen in Context
Please wrap the gift in cellophane.
The sandwiches are covered with cellophane to keep them fresh.
She bought a roll of cellophane at the store.
Could you grab some cellophane for wrapping the flowers?