How to Pronounce "galilei"
word
ˌɡæləˈleɪ.i
gal-uh-LAY-ee
ˌɡælɪˈleɪ.i
gal-ih-LAY-ee
Definition
Galilei refers to Galileo Galilei, the famous Italian scientist and mathematician known for his pioneering work in physics, astronomy, and scientific method during the Renaissance.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˌɡæləˈleɪ.i
British English
ˌɡælɪˈleɪ.i
Simplified Pronunciation
US
gal-uh-LAY-ee
UK
gal-ih-LAY-ee
Listen in Context
Galilei was born in Italy in 1564.
Many people know Galilei for his work with telescopes.
Galilei made important discoveries about the planets.
In school, we learned how Galilei challenged old ideas about the universe.