How to Pronounce "poltergeist"
word
ˈpoʊɫtɝˌɡaɪst
POHL-ter-gyst
pˈəʊltəɡˌaɪst
POHL-tuh-gyst
Definition
A poltergeist is a type of ghost said to cause physical disturbances, such as loud noises or objects moving, often in a home.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈpoʊɫtɝˌɡaɪst
British English
pˈəʊltəɡˌaɪst
Simplified Pronunciation
US
POHL-ter-gyst
UK
POHL-tuh-gyst
Listen in Context
People believe a poltergeist moved the chair during the night.
The old house is said to have a poltergeist.
A poltergeist is different from an ordinary ghost.
Some people say a poltergeist knocked over all the books when no one was home.