How to Pronounce "cavemen"
word
ˈkeɪvˌmæn
KAYV-man
kˈeɪvmɛn
KAYV-men
Definition
Cavemen are prehistoric humans who lived in caves, often pictured as early humans using simple tools and hunting for food.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈkeɪvˌmæn
British English
kˈeɪvmɛn
Simplified Pronunciation
US
KAYV-man
UK
KAYV-men
Listen in Context
Long ago, cavemen lived in simple shelters.
Cavemen hunted animals for food.
We saw pictures of cavemen in the museum.
Some people joke that teenagers act like cavemen when they're hungry.