How to Pronounce "paparazzi"
word
ˌpɑpɑˈɹɔˌzi
pah-pah-RAWT-zee
pˌɑːpəɹˈɑːtsi
pah-puh-RAHT-see
Definition
Paparazzi are photographers who follow celebrities or famous people to take their pictures, especially in private moments, often without permission.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˌpɑpɑˈɹɔˌzi
British English
pˌɑːpəɹˈɑːtsi
Simplified Pronunciation
US
pah-pah-RAWT-zee
UK
pah-puh-RAHT-see
Listen in Context
The paparazzi waited outside the hotel for the movie star.
Many celebrities dislike the paparazzi.
The paparazzi took photos of the singer at the airport.
She wore sunglasses to avoid the paparazzi.