How to Pronounce "archimedes"
word
ˌɑɹkəˈmidiz
ar-kuh-MEE-deez
ˌɑːkɪˈmiːdiːz
ah-ki-MEE-deez
Definition
Archimedes was a famous ancient Greek mathematician, physicist, and inventor, known for his discoveries in mathematics, physics, and engineering.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˌɑɹkəˈmidiz
British English
ˌɑːkɪˈmiːdiːz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
ar-kuh-MEE-deez
UK
ah-ki-MEE-deez
Listen in Context
Archimedes discovered the principle of buoyancy.
Archimedes was born in ancient Greece.
Many inventions are named after Archimedes.
People still talk about Archimedes shouting 'Eureka!' in his bath.