How to Pronounce "ventriloquism"
word
vɛnˈtrɪl.ə.kwɪ.zəm
ven-TRIL-uh-kwiz-um
vɛntɹˈɪləkwˌɪzəm
ven-TRIL-uh-kwiz-um
Definition
Ventriloquism is the art of speaking in a way that makes it seem like the voice is coming from somewhere else, especially from a puppet or dummy.
IPA Transcription
American English
vɛnˈtrɪl.ə.kwɪ.zəm
British English
vɛntɹˈɪləkwˌɪzəm
Simplified Pronunciation
US
ven-TRIL-uh-kwiz-um
UK
ven-TRIL-uh-kwiz-um
Listen in Context
He learned ventriloquism as a child.
Ventriloquism is a difficult skill to master.
Many people enjoy watching ventriloquism shows.
The comedian wowed the audience with his amazing ventriloquism skills.