How to Pronounce "petticoats"
word
ˈpɛtiˌkoʊts
PET-ee-kohts
pˈɛtɪkˌəʊts
PET-i-kohts
Definition
Petticoats are skirts worn under a dress or skirt to give volume or for an extra layer. They are usually used in historical or traditional women's clothing.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈpɛtiˌkoʊts
British English
pˈɛtɪkˌəʊts
Simplified Pronunciation
US
PET-ee-kohts
UK
PET-i-kohts
Listen in Context
She wore white petticoats under her dress.
Victorian women often wore several petticoats.
The old costume includes ruffled petticoats.
"How many petticoats are you wearing under that gown?"