How to Pronounce "skyscrapers"
word
ˈskaɪsˌkɹeɪpɝz
SKY-skraay-perz
skˈaɪskɹeɪpəz
sky-SKRAY-puhz
Definition
Very tall buildings, usually in a city, that have many floors and stand out because of their height.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈskaɪsˌkɹeɪpɝz
British English
skˈaɪskɹeɪpəz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
SKY-skraay-perz
UK
sky-SKRAY-puhz
Listen in Context
Skyscrapers are common in New York.
Many skyscrapers have glass windows.
The city center is full of skyscrapers.
You can see the skyscrapers from miles away.