How to Pronounce "typhoons"
word
ˌtaɪˈfunz
ty-FOONZ
taɪfˈuːnz
ty-FOONZ
Definition
Very strong tropical storms with violent winds and heavy rain, usually occurring in the western Pacific Ocean.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˌtaɪˈfunz
British English
taɪfˈuːnz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
ty-FOONZ
UK
ty-FOONZ
Listen in Context
Typhoons bring heavy rain and strong winds to coastal cities.
Many typhoons form during the summer months.
Japan is often affected by typhoons.
We had to postpone our trip because of the typhoons last week.