How to Pronounce "valkyrie"
word
ˌvæɫˈkiˌɹiə
val-KEE-ree-uh
ˈvælˌkɪ.ɹi
VAL-ki-ree
Definition
In Norse mythology, a valkyrie is a female warrior spirit who chooses which soldiers die in battle and who lives, and guides the souls of heroes to the afterlife in Valhalla.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˌvæɫˈkiˌɹiə
British English
ˈvælˌkɪ.ɹi
Simplified Pronunciation
US
val-KEE-ree-uh
UK
VAL-ki-ree
Listen in Context
A valkyrie rides her horse across the sky.
In old stories, a valkyrie appears on the battlefield.
The hero was taken to Valhalla by a valkyrie.
She dressed as a valkyrie for the costume party—armor, helmet, and all.