How to Pronounce "periscope"
word
/ˈpɛɹəˌskoʊp/
PAIR-uh-skohp
/pˈɛɹɪskˌəʊp/
PER-ih-skohp
Definition
A periscope is a long tube with mirrors or prisms that lets you see things from a hidden or protected position, such as underwater in a submarine or over a wall.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈpɛɹəˌskoʊp/
British English
/pˈɛɹɪskˌəʊp/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
PAIR-uh-skohp
UK
PER-ih-skohp
Listen in Context
The submarine captain looked through the periscope.
A periscope helps people see over high walls.
Children made a periscope in their science class.
If you use a periscope, you can check what’s happening above the water without being seen.