How to Pronounce "ibis"
word
ˈaɪbəs
EYE-buhs
ˈaɪbɪs
EYE-bis
Definition
An ibis is a large wading bird with long legs, a long curved beak, and often colorful feathers, commonly found in warm regions and wetlands.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈaɪbəs
British English
ˈaɪbɪs
Simplified Pronunciation
US
EYE-buhs
UK
EYE-bis
Listen in Context
The ibis is a bird with a long, curved beak.
I saw an ibis at the zoo yesterday.
The ibis lives near lakes and rivers.
In ancient Egypt, the ibis was considered a sacred animal.