How to Pronounce "pigmy"
word
ˈpɪɡmi
PIG-mee
pˈɪɡmi
pig-MEE
Definition
A 'pigmy' is a very small person, animal, or thing, often much smaller than usual for its type. It can also refer to a member of certain short-statured ethnic groups in Africa and Asia.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈpɪɡmi
British English
pˈɪɡmi
Simplified Pronunciation
US
PIG-mee
UK
pig-MEE
Listen in Context
A pigmy goat is smaller than most other goats.
He saw a pigmy elephant in the documentary.
Some fish are called pigmy because they are so tiny.
Don’t underestimate that pigmy ant—it can bite hard!