How to Pronounce "stinger"
word
ˈstɪŋɝ
STING-er
stˈɪŋɡɐ
STING-uh
Definition
A stinger is a sharp, pointed body part that some animals like bees or jellyfish use to inject venom. It can also mean a short, sharp remark or something that hurts emotionally.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈstɪŋɝ
British English
stˈɪŋɡɐ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
STING-er
UK
STING-uh
Listen in Context
The bee used its stinger to protect itself.
Jellyfish have a painful stinger.
I found a wasp's stinger on my arm.
His comment had a real stinger—it really hurt my feelings.