How to Pronounce "ballerina"
word
/ˌbæɫɝˈinə/
ba-luh-REE-nuh
/bˌæləɹˈiːnɐ/
ba-luh-REE-nuh
Definition
A ballerina is a female ballet dancer, usually performing classical ballet on stage.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˌbæɫɝˈinə/
British English
/bˌæləɹˈiːnɐ/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
ba-luh-REE-nuh
UK
ba-luh-REE-nuh
Listen in Context
The ballerina danced beautifully on the stage.
My sister wants to be a ballerina when she grows up.
The little girl dressed as a ballerina for the dance show.
Everyone admired the grace and strength of the lead ballerina.