How to Pronounce "calumet"
word
ˌkæɫjəˈmɛt
kal-yuh-MET
ˈkæljʊmɛt
KAL-yu-met
Definition
A calumet is a ceremonial pipe, especially one used by some Indigenous peoples of North America in rituals or to symbolize peace.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˌkæɫjəˈmɛt
British English
ˈkæljʊmɛt
Simplified Pronunciation
US
kal-yuh-MET
UK
KAL-yu-met
Listen in Context
The chief smoked the calumet during the ceremony.
A calumet is also called a peace pipe.
They offered the calumet to visitors.
Passing the calumet was a sign of friendship among tribes.