How to Pronounce "libraries"
word
ˈɫaɪbɹɛˌɹiz
LYE-brer-eez
lˈaɪbɹəɹiz
LYE-bruh-reez
Definition
Buildings or rooms where people can borrow, read, or study books and other materials, often for free. Can also refer to digital collections or sections in computer programming contexts.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɫaɪbɹɛˌɹiz
British English
lˈaɪbɹəɹiz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
LYE-brer-eez
UK
LYE-bruh-reez
Listen in Context
Many cities have public libraries.
Libraries are quiet places to read and study.
Students borrow books from their school libraries.
I love spending rainy afternoons in libraries just exploring new books.