How to Pronounce "horsefly"
word
ˈhɔrsˌflaɪ
HORS-fly
hˈɔːsflaɪ
HAWS-fly
Definition
A large, fast-flying insect that bites animals and people, often found around farms and stables.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈhɔrsˌflaɪ
British English
hˈɔːsflaɪ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
HORS-fly
UK
HAWS-fly
Listen in Context
A horsefly bit me during my walk in the field.
Farmers often see many horseflies near their animals in summer.
The horsefly makes a loud buzzing sound as it flies.
Watch out, there’s a horsefly buzzing around you!