How to Pronounce "porcupines"
word
POR-kyuh-pynz
PAW-kyoo-pynz
Definition
Porcupines are medium-sized animals with sharp, stiff spines (quills) on their back to protect them from predators.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈpɔɹkjəˌpaɪnz
British English
pˈɔːkjuːpˌaɪnz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
POR-kyuh-pynz
UK
PAW-kyoo-pynz
Listen in Context
Porcupines have long, sharp quills on their backs.
Porcupines eat roots, leaves, and branches in the forest.
Children saw two porcupines near the water yesterday.
Be careful, porcupines can't shoot their quills, but they can stick into you if you get too close.