How to Pronounce "longlegs"
word
ˈɫɔŋˌɫɛɡz
LAWNG-legz
ˈlɒŋˌlɛɡz
LONG-legz
Definition
'Longlegs' is an informal word for an insect with long, thin legs, such as a daddy longlegs or crane fly. Sometimes it's used as a nickname for someone with noticeably long legs.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɫɔŋˌɫɛɡz
British English
ˈlɒŋˌlɛɡz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
LAWNG-legz
UK
LONG-legz
Listen in Context
The longlegs is crawling up the wall.
I saw a big longlegs in the garden yesterday.
My brother is scared of longlegs.
Wow, look at that giant longlegs on the ceiling!