How to Pronounce "cameos"
word
ˈkæmiˌoʊz
KAM-ee-ohz
kˈæmɪˌəʊz
KAM-ee-ohz
Definition
'Cameos' are brief appearances by a well-known person in a film, TV show, or other work. The word can also refer to a piece of jewelry with a raised design, but in modern usage, it is mostly used for these entertainment appearances.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈkæmiˌoʊz
British English
kˈæmɪˌəʊz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
KAM-ee-ohz
UK
KAM-ee-ohz
Listen in Context
There were three celebrity cameos in the movie.
The director likes to make cameos in his own films.
I collect old jewelry cameos from markets.
Fans love searching for secret cameos by famous actors.