How to Pronounce "beetles"
word
/ˈbitəɫz/
BEE-tuhlz
/bˈiːtəlz/
BEE-tuhlz
Definition
Beetles are a type of insect with hard, shell-like wing covers and six legs. There are many different kinds, and they are found around the world.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈbitəɫz/
British English
/bˈiːtəlz/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
BEE-tuhlz
UK
BEE-tuhlz
Listen in Context
I saw three beetles on the tree.
Beetles have hard shells.
Some beetles can fly.
At night, the garden was full of glowing beetles.