How to Pronounce "ignoramus"
word
ˌɪɡnɝˈeɪməs
ig-nur-AY-muhs
ˌɪɡnɔːɹˈeɪməs
ig-NAW-rAY-muhs
Definition
A person who knows very little, or acts as if they know nothing, especially in an area where they should be informed.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˌɪɡnɝˈeɪməs
British English
ˌɪɡnɔːɹˈeɪməs
Simplified Pronunciation
US
ig-nur-AY-muhs
UK
ig-NAW-rAY-muhs
Listen in Context
He called me an ignoramus because I didn't know the answer.
Don't act like an ignoramus during the meeting.
The teacher explained so no one would feel like an ignoramus.
Don’t be such an ignoramus—just ask for directions if you’re lost.