How to Pronounce "anemones"
word
ˈænɪˌmoʊn/, /əˈnɛməni
uh-NEM-uh-neez
ɐnˈɛmənˌiz
uh-NEM-uh-neez
Definition
Anemones are soft sea animals with many tentacles, often brightly colored. The word can also refer to a type of flowering plant, but usually means the sea creature in everyday English.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈænɪˌmoʊn/, /əˈnɛməni
British English
ɐnˈɛmənˌiz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
uh-NEM-uh-neez
UK
uh-NEM-uh-neez
Listen in Context
Anemones live in the ocean and have colorful tentacles.
Some fish hide among the anemones for protection.
Clownfish and anemones often live together.
Have you ever seen those bright anemones while snorkeling? They're amazing!