How to Pronounce "enormous"
word
/iˈnɔɹməs/
i-NOR-muhs
/ɪnˈɔːməs/
i-NAW-muhs
Definition
Extremely large in size, amount, or degree. It is used to describe something much bigger or greater than usual.
IPA Transcription
American English
/iˈnɔɹməs/
British English
/ɪnˈɔːməs/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
i-NOR-muhs
UK
i-NAW-muhs
Listen in Context
They live in an enormous house by the lake.
The elephant is enormous.
We have an enormous amount of homework tonight.
Getting this project done in two days would be an enormous challenge.