Como Pronunciar "pygmy"
word
ˈpɪɡmi
PIG-mee
pˈɪɡmi
pig-MEE
Definição
A 'pygmy' is a member of certain ethnic groups whose average adult height is unusually short, especially in Central Africa. It can also refer to any person or animal that is much smaller than usual; when used for people, it can be offensive.
Transcrição IPA
Inglês Americano
ˈpɪɡmi
Inglês Britânico
pˈɪɡmi
Pronúncia Simplificada
EUA
PIG-mee
UK
pig-MEE
Ouça em Contexto
The pygmy hippo is much smaller than the common hippo.
Some Central African groups are described as pygmy peoples.
A pygmy goat is a small breed kept as a pet.
He collects rare animals, like the pygmy marmoset.