How to Pronounce "reptiles"
word
ˈɹɛptaɪɫz
REP-tylz
ɹˈɛptaɪlz
REP-tylz
Definition
Reptiles are cold-blooded animals with scales, such as snakes, lizards, turtles, and crocodiles. They usually lay eggs and live both on land and in water.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɹɛptaɪɫz
British English
ɹˈɛptaɪlz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
REP-tylz
UK
REP-tylz
Listen in Context
Snakes and lizards are examples of reptiles.
Turtles are slow-moving reptiles.
Children learned about reptiles at the zoo.
Some people keep reptiles as unusual pets at home.