How to Pronounce "vampires"
word
/ˈvæmpaɪɹz/
VAM-pyrz
/vˈæmpaɪəz/
VAM-py-uhz
Definition
Vampires are imaginary creatures in stories and folklore that drink blood and are often shown as undead beings who come out at night. In modern fiction, they can also be portrayed as elegant, dangerous, or even romantic characters.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈvæmpaɪɹz/
British English
/vˈæmpaɪəz/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
VAM-pyrz
UK
VAM-py-uhz
Listen in Context
The old story says vampires cannot enter without permission.
My brother loves movies about vampires.
In many books, vampires sleep during the day.
I used to be scared of vampires, but now those shows just seem funny.