How to Pronounce "anecdotes"
word
ˈænəkˌdoʊts/, /ˈænɪkˌdoʊts
AN-ik-dohts
ˈænɪkdˌəʊts
AN-ik-dohts
Definition
Short, interesting, or funny stories about real events or people, often shared to make a point or to entertain.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈænəkˌdoʊts/, /ˈænɪkˌdoʊts
British English
ˈænɪkdˌəʊts
Simplified Pronunciation
US
AN-ik-dohts
UK
AN-ik-dohts
Listen in Context
My grandfather loved telling anecdotes about his childhood.
The teacher shared some funny anecdotes to start the class.
We laughed at his clever anecdotes during dinner.
She always has a few anecdotes up her sleeve to break the ice.