How to Pronounce "snowflake"
word
ˈsnoʊˌfɫeɪk
SNOH-flayk
snˈəʊfleɪk
SN-oh-flayk
Definition
A snowflake is a single small piece of snow that forms when water vapor freezes in the air. It can also be used informally to describe someone seen as overly sensitive or unique.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈsnoʊˌfɫeɪk
British English
snˈəʊfleɪk
Simplified Pronunciation
US
SNOH-flayk
UK
SN-oh-flayk
Listen in Context
Each snowflake has a unique shape.
It started to snowflake gently outside.
When you look closely at a snowflake, you'll see its amazing pattern.
Some people call sensitive folks ‘snowflakes’ these days.