How to Pronounce "cockatoo"
word
ˈkɑkəˌtu
KAH-kuh-too
kˈɒkɐtˌuː
KOK-uh-TOO
Definition
A cockatoo is a large, intelligent bird from Australia and Southeast Asia, known for its curved beak and a feather crest on its head.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈkɑkəˌtu
British English
kˈɒkɐtˌuː
Simplified Pronunciation
US
KAH-kuh-too
UK
KOK-uh-TOO
Listen in Context
A cockatoo has a beautiful crest on its head.
The cockatoo lives in Australia.
My neighbor has a pet cockatoo.
The cockatoo started copying everything I said—it was hilarious!