How to Pronounce "paratroopers"
word
ˈpɛɹəˌtɹupɝz
PAIR-uh-troo-perz
pˈæɹətɹˌuːpəz
PA-ruh-troo-puhz
Definition
Soldiers who are trained to jump out of airplanes using parachutes and land in specific places, usually as part of a special military operation.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈpɛɹəˌtɹupɝz
British English
pˈæɹətɹˌuːpəz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
PAIR-uh-troo-perz
UK
PA-ruh-troo-puhz
Listen in Context
The paratroopers landed safely in the field.
Many paratroopers are very brave.
The army sent paratroopers to help.
As soon as the plane flew over the town, the paratroopers started jumping out.