How to Pronounce "neanderthals"
word
niˈændɝˌθɔɫz
nee-AN-der-thawlz
niːˈændəθˌɑːlz
nee-AN-duh-thahlz
Definition
Neanderthals are an extinct species or group of ancient humans who lived in Europe and western Asia thousands of years ago. The term can also be used informally to describe someone as old-fashioned or not very intelligent.
IPA Transcription
American English
niˈændɝˌθɔɫz
British English
niːˈændəθˌɑːlz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
nee-AN-der-thawlz
UK
nee-AN-duh-thahlz
Listen in Context
Neanderthals lived in Europe thousands of years ago.
Scientists study neanderthals to learn about human history.
The bones of neanderthals have been found in many caves.
Some people call rude drivers 'neanderthals'.