How to Pronounce "caveman"
word
/ˈkeɪvˌmæn/
KAYV-man
/kˈeɪvmən/
KAYV-muhn
Definition
A caveman is a prehistoric person who lived in caves. The term is also used to describe someone acting primitive or unsophisticated.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈkeɪvˌmæn/
British English
/kˈeɪvmən/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
KAYV-man
UK
KAYV-muhn
Listen in Context
A caveman lived in a cave long ago.
The movie shows a caveman discovering fire.
Some people dress as cavemen for the festival.
Stop eating with your hands—you look like a caveman!