How to Pronounce "symphony"
word
/ˈsɪmfəni/
SIM-fuh-nee
/sˈɪmfənˌi/
SIM-fuh-nee
Definition
A symphony is a long piece of music, written for an orchestra, usually with several different parts called movements. It can also mean a beautiful combination of different elements, like colors or flavors, working together in harmony.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈsɪmfəni/
British English
/sˈɪmfənˌi/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
SIM-fuh-nee
UK
SIM-fuh-nee
Listen in Context
Beethoven's Fifth is a famous symphony.
The orchestra played a new symphony last night.
A symphony has several parts called movements.
The chef prepared a symphony of flavors for the main course.