How to Pronounce "centipede"
word
ˈsɛntɪˌpid
SEN-tih-peed
sˈɛntɪpˌiːd
SEN-tih-peed
Definition
A centipede is a long, thin insect-like creature with many legs—usually one pair of legs per body segment. They are known for moving quickly and are often found in dark, damp places.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈsɛntɪˌpid
British English
sˈɛntɪpˌiːd
Simplified Pronunciation
US
SEN-tih-peed
UK
SEN-tih-peed
Listen in Context
I saw a centipede in the garden.
A centipede has many legs.
The centipede crawled under the rock.
Don’t touch that centipede—it might bite you!