How to Pronounce "predators"
word
/ˈpɹɛdətɝz/
PRE-duh-turz
/pɹˈɛdətəz/
PRE-duh-tuhz
Definition
Animals or people that hunt, catch, and eat other animals. The word is mainly used in science or nature to describe animals at the top of the food chain.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈpɹɛdətɝz/
British English
/pɹˈɛdətəz/
Simplified Pronunciation
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PRE-duh-turz
UK
PRE-duh-tuhz
Listen in Context
Lions are strong predators in Africa.
Birds have to watch out for predators like snakes.
Many fish are hunted by bigger predators.
Small animals hide at night to avoid predators.