How to Pronounce "locomotive"
word
loh-kuh-MOH-tiv
loh-kuhm-OH-tiv
Definition
A locomotive is the main engine of a train, which provides the power to pull the train cars along the tracks.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˌɫoʊkəˈmoʊtɪv
British English
lˌəʊkəmˈəʊtɪv
Simplified Pronunciation
US
loh-kuh-MOH-tiv
UK
loh-kuhm-OH-tiv
Listen in Context
The locomotive pulls all the train cars behind it.
A steam locomotive uses coal to produce power.
The museum displays a historic locomotive.
The locomotive broke down, so the train was delayed for hours.