How to Pronounce "termite"
word
ˈtɝmaɪt
TUR-myt
tˈɜːmaɪt
TUR-myt
Definition
A small, pale insect that lives in colonies and eats wood, often causing damage to houses and furniture.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈtɝmaɪt
British English
tˈɜːmaɪt
Simplified Pronunciation
US
TUR-myt
UK
TUR-myt
Listen in Context
A termite eats wood and can damage your house.
The house has a termite infestation.
We called pest control to remove termites.
The wooden table was destroyed by termites in just a few months.