How to Pronounce "orcas"
word
ˈɔɹkəs
AWR-kuhs
ˈɔːkəz
AW-kuhz
Definition
Orcas are large black-and-white marine mammals, also called killer whales, known for being intelligent predators that live in oceans around the world.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɔɹkəs
British English
ˈɔːkəz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
AWR-kuhs
UK
AW-kuhz
Listen in Context
We saw orcas swimming near the boat.
Orcas live in groups called pods.
Orcas are found in all of the world's oceans.
A pod of orcas chased the school of fish for miles.