How to Pronounce "pelicans"

word

ˈpɛɫɪkənz

PEL-i-kuhnz

pˈɛlɪkənz

PEL-i-kuhnz

Definition

Large water birds with long beaks and a big pouch under their beaks, used for catching fish. Pelicans are often seen near lakes, rivers, and the sea.

American English

ˈpɛɫɪkənz

British English

pˈɛlɪkənz

PEL-i-kuhnz

Pelicans have large beaks and a big throat pouch.

We saw many pelicans by the lake.

Pelicans eat a lot of fish every day.

A flock of pelicans flew low over the water looking for breakfast.