How to Pronounce "fingerprint"
word
/ˈfɪŋɡɝˌpɹɪnt/
FING-gur-print
/fˈɪŋɡəpɹˌɪnt/
FING-guh-print
Definition
A fingerprint is the pattern of ridges on the tip of a finger, unique to each person and often used for identification.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈfɪŋɡɝˌpɹɪnt/
British English
/fˈɪŋɡəpɹˌɪnt/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
FING-gur-print
UK
FING-guh-print
Listen in Context
The police took his fingerprint at the station.
Every person has a unique fingerprint.
Please scan your fingerprint to unlock the phone.
There was a clear fingerprint on the glass.