How to Pronounce "minesweeper"
word
ˈmaɪnˌswipɝ
MYN-swee-per
mˈaɪnswiːpɐ
MYN-swee-puh
Definition
A minesweeper is a type of ship or person whose job is to identify and remove explosive mines from the sea or land. It is also the name of a popular computer puzzle game where you avoid hidden mines.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈmaɪnˌswipɝ
British English
mˈaɪnswiːpɐ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
MYN-swee-per
UK
MYN-swee-puh
Listen in Context
The navy sent a minesweeper to clear the area.
I played minesweeper on my computer last night.
The minesweeper found a dangerous mine on the beach.
When I'm bored at work, I sneak in a quick game of minesweeper.