How to Pronounce "manholes"
word
ˈmænˌhoʊɫ
MAN-hohlz
mˈænhəʊlz
MAN-hohlz
Definition
Covers or openings on the street or sidewalk that provide access to underground utilities, such as sewers or electrical systems.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈmænˌhoʊɫ
British English
mˈænhəʊlz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
MAN-hohlz
UK
MAN-hohlz
Listen in Context
Be careful not to step on manholes when walking on the street.
Workers opened the manholes to check the pipes.
The city replaced old manholes after the storm.
Watch out! Some of the manholes ahead don’t have covers.