How to Pronounce "dragonfly"
word
/dɹˈæɡənfɫˌaɪ/
DRA-guhn-fly
/dɹˈæɡənflˌaɪ/
DRA-guhn-fly
Definition
A dragonfly is a large insect with a long, thin body, two pairs of big transparent wings, and large eyes. It is often seen flying quickly near water.
IPA Transcription
American English
/dɹˈæɡənfɫˌaɪ/
British English
/dɹˈæɡənflˌaɪ/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
DRA-guhn-fly
UK
DRA-guhn-fly
Listen in Context
The dragonfly sat on a green leaf.
I saw a blue dragonfly by the river.
The wings of a dragonfly are clear and shiny.
A dragonfly zipped past my face while I was fishing.