How to Pronounce "elegy"
word
ˈɛɫəˌdʒi
EL-uh-jee
ˈɛlɪdʒi
EL-i-jee
Definition
A poem or piece of writing that expresses sadness, especially for someone who has died.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɛɫəˌdʒi
British English
ˈɛlɪdʒi
Simplified Pronunciation
US
EL-uh-jee
UK
EL-i-jee
Listen in Context
The poet wrote an elegy for his friend.
We read an elegy in English class.
An elegy expresses deep sorrow.
Her performance of the elegy moved the whole audience to tears.