How to Pronounce "pharaoh"
word
/ˈfeɪɹoʊ/
FAIR-oh
/fˈeəɹəʊ/
FAIR-oh
Definition
A pharaoh was the ruler or king of ancient Egypt, considered both a political and religious leader.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈfeɪɹoʊ/
British English
/fˈeəɹəʊ/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
FAIR-oh
UK
FAIR-oh
Listen in Context
The pharaoh lived in a large palace.
A pharaoh ruled all of Egypt.
The pharaoh wore a golden crown.
Did you know Cleopatra was never actually a pharaoh?