How to Pronounce "whisker"
word
ˈhwɪskɝ/, /ˈwɪskɝ
WHIS-ker or WIS-ker
wˈɪskɐ
WIS-kuh
Definition
A long, stiff hair that grows near the mouth or nose of some animals, like cats or mice. Sometimes also refers to very short facial hair in humans, usually around the upper lip or chin.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈhwɪskɝ/, /ˈwɪskɝ
British English
wˈɪskɐ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
WHIS-ker or WIS-ker
UK
WIS-kuh
Listen in Context
The cat has long whiskers on its face.
A mouse uses its whiskers to feel its way in the dark.
He had a few short whiskers on his chin.
He won the race by a whisker.