How to Pronounce "wintergreen"
word
ˈwɪntɝˌɡɹin
WIN-ter-green
wˈɪntəɡɹˌiːn
WIN-tuh-green
Definition
Wintergreen is a small plant with minty-scented leaves, often used for its oil in flavorings, medicines, and candies. It can also refer to the oil extracted from this plant.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈwɪntɝˌɡɹin
British English
wˈɪntəɡɹˌiːn
Simplified Pronunciation
US
WIN-ter-green
UK
WIN-tuh-green
Listen in Context
Wintergreen grows in cool forests in North America.
Wintergreen oil is used to flavor candy and chewing gum.
The leaves of wintergreen smell like mint.
Many pain-relief creams contain wintergreen oil.