How to Pronounce "extinguisher"
word
/ɪkˈstɪŋɡwɪʃɝ/
ik-STING-gwih-sher
/ɛkstˈɪŋɡwɪʃɐ/
ek-STING-gwih-shuh
Definition
A device used to put out (stop) small fires, usually by spraying a special substance.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ɪkˈstɪŋɡwɪʃɝ/
British English
/ɛkstˈɪŋɡwɪʃɐ/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
ik-STING-gwih-sher
UK
ek-STING-gwih-shuh
Listen in Context
There is a red extinguisher on the wall.
Please show me how to use the extinguisher.
The extinguisher is next to the exit door.
Make sure the extinguisher isn’t blocked by furniture.