How to Pronounce "peekaboo"
word
ˈpiːkəˌbuː
PEE-kuh-boo
pˈiːkɐbˌuː
PEE-kuh-boo
Definition
A simple game played with babies or small children where someone hides their face and then suddenly reveals it, saying "peekaboo!" to surprise and delight the child.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈpiːkəˌbuː
British English
pˈiːkɐbˌuː
Simplified Pronunciation
US
PEE-kuh-boo
UK
PEE-kuh-boo
Listen in Context
The baby giggled when I played peekaboo.
She covered her eyes and said, 'Peekaboo!'
Peekaboo is a fun game for small children.
Whenever I say 'peekaboo,' my nephew bursts out laughing.