How to Pronounce "infantry"
word
/ˈɪnfəntɹi/
IN-fuhn-tree
/ˈɪnfəntɹˌi/
IN-fuhn-tree
Definition
The branch of an army that fights on foot, especially soldiers trained to move and fight mainly by walking, as opposed to using vehicles or horses.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈɪnfəntɹi/
British English
/ˈɪnfəntɹˌi/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
IN-fuhn-tree
UK
IN-fuhn-tree
Listen in Context
The infantry moved forward during the battle.
He joined the infantry after turning eighteen.
The infantry wears special uniforms for protection.
The army relied heavily on its infantry to secure the city.