How to Pronounce "pleiades"
word
ˈpɫiəˌdiz
PLEE-uh-deez
ˈplaɪ.ədiːz
PLY-uh-deez
Definition
The Pleiades are a group of stars in the constellation Taurus, often called the 'Seven Sisters' in mythology. They are easy to see with the naked eye in the night sky.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈpɫiəˌdiz
British English
ˈplaɪ.ədiːz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
PLEE-uh-deez
UK
PLY-uh-deez
Listen in Context
The Pleiades are easy to see in the night sky.
My teacher showed us the Pleiades with a telescope.
The story of the Pleiades comes from Greek mythology.
Did you spot the Pleiades last night? They were so bright!