How to Pronounce "serpentine"
word
ˈsɝpənˌtaɪn
SUR-puhn-tyne
sˈɜːpɪntˌaɪn
SUR-pint-ine
Definition
Something described as serpentine has a twisting, winding, or snake-like shape. It can also refer to something that is complex and difficult to follow.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈsɝpənˌtaɪn
British English
sˈɜːpɪntˌaɪn
Simplified Pronunciation
US
SUR-puhn-tyne
UK
SUR-pint-ine
Listen in Context
The serpentine road twisted through the mountains.
He followed the serpentine path around the lake.
She drew a serpentine line on her paper.
Driving along the serpentine highways at night makes me nervous.