How to Pronounce "pekin"
word
ˈpikən
PEE-kuhn
ˈpiːkɪn
PEE-kin
Definition
Pekin is an old English name for Beijing, the capital of China. It can also refer to a breed of domestic duck called the Pekin duck.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈpikən
British English
ˈpiːkɪn
Simplified Pronunciation
US
PEE-kuhn
UK
PEE-kin
Listen in Context
The capital of China was once called Pekin in English.
Have you ever tasted Pekin duck?
Many tourists visit Pekin every year.
We had the most amazing Pekin duck at that Chinese restaurant downtown.