How to Pronounce "merpeople"
word
MUR-pee-puhl
MUR-pee-puhl
Definition
Mythical beings that are half human and half fish, often living in the sea. 'Merpeople' refers to both mermen and mermaids.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈmɝˌpipəl
British English
ˈmɜːˌpiːpəl
Simplified Pronunciation
US
MUR-pee-puhl
UK
MUR-pee-puhl
Listen in Context
Many stories talk about merpeople living under the sea.
Merpeople have tails like fish and bodies like humans.
In some legends, merpeople sing to sailors.
Have you ever seen a movie with merpeople in it?