How to Pronounce "haiku"
word
ˈhaɪku
HY-koo
hˈaɪkuː
HY-koo
Definition
A haiku is a short poem of Japanese origin, typically with three lines and a pattern of 5, 7, and 5 syllables, often describing nature or a moment.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈhaɪku
British English
hˈaɪkuː
Simplified Pronunciation
US
HY-koo
UK
HY-koo
Listen in Context
A haiku has three lines.
The students wrote a haiku about spring.
I read a beautiful haiku in class.
Do you want to try writing a haiku together?