How to Pronounce "olympics"
word
/oʊˈɫɪmpɪks/
oh-LIM-piks
/əʊˈlɪmpɪks/
oh-LIM-piks
Definition
The Olympics are an international sports event held every four years, where athletes from around the world compete in many different sports.
IPA Transcription
American English
/oʊˈɫɪmpɪks/
British English
/əʊˈlɪmpɪks/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
oh-LIM-piks
UK
oh-LIM-piks
Listen in Context
The Olympics happen every four years.
Many countries send athletes to the Olympics.
Winning a medal at the Olympics is a great honor.
Did you watch the opening ceremony of the Olympics last night?