How to Pronounce "mandrake"

word

ˈmænˌdɹeɪk

MAN-drayk

mˈændɹeɪk

MAN-drayk

Definition

A mandrake is a plant with a forked root that sometimes looks like a person. Its roots have been used in traditional medicine and magic, often believed to have special powers.

IPA Transcription

American English

ˈmænˌdɹeɪk

British English

mˈændɹeɪk

Simplified Pronunciation

MAN-drayk

Listen in Context

A mandrake has a root that looks like a tiny person.

People used to believe that a mandrake was magical.

The mandrake is mentioned in many old stories.

In the movie, the scream of a mandrake can knock you out.