How to Pronounce "elephant"
word
/ˈɛɫəfənt/
EL-uh-fuhnt
/ˈɛlɪfənt/
EL-uh-fuhnt
Definition
A very large animal with a long trunk, big ears, and thick legs. Elephants are mammals and are known for their size, intelligence, and strong social bonds.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈɛɫəfənt/
British English
/ˈɛlɪfənt/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
EL-uh-fuhnt
UK
EL-uh-fuhnt
Listen in Context
The elephant is drinking water.
We saw a big elephant at the zoo.
A baby elephant stayed close to its mother.
That backpack is huge—you packed like you're going on safari to photograph elephants.