How to Pronounce "heat wave"
expression
ˈhit/ /ˈweɪv
HEET-wayv
hˈiːt/ /wˈeɪv
HEET-wayv
Definition
A period of unusually hot weather, often lasting several days or more, much hotter than what is normal for the area.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈhit/ /ˈweɪv
British English
hˈiːt/ /wˈeɪv
Simplified Pronunciation
US
HEET-wayv
UK
HEET-wayv
Listen in Context
We bought an extra fan because of the heat wave.
The city is experiencing a heat wave this week.
During the heat wave, many people stayed indoors.
A heat wave can be dangerous for the elderly.