How to Pronounce "hurricane"
word
HUR-uh-kayn
HUH-ri-kayn
Definition
A hurricane is a very large, powerful storm that forms over warm ocean water, with extremely strong winds and heavy rain. It can cause serious damage when it reaches land.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈhəɹəˌkeɪnz/
British English
/hˈʌɹɪkˌeɪn/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
HUR-uh-kayn
UK
HUH-ri-kayn
Listen in Context
The hurricane is moving toward the coast.
Many families left before the hurricane arrived.
The hurricane damaged roads, houses, and trees.
They say this hurricane could be the worst one in years.