How to Pronounce "tropics"
word
ˈtɹɑpɪks
TROP-iks
tɹˈɒpɪks
TROP-iks
Definition
The tropics are the regions of the Earth near the Equator, between the Tropic of Cancer and the Tropic of Capricorn, known for having a hot climate all year round.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈtɹɑpɪks
British English
tɹˈɒpɪks
Simplified Pronunciation
US
TROP-iks
UK
TROP-iks
Listen in Context
Many unique animals live in the tropics.
The tropics have warm weather all year.
Coconut trees grow well in the tropics.
I’ve always wanted to visit the tropics and see a real rainforest.