How to Pronounce "pirouette"
word
ˌpɪɹuˈɛ
pir-oo-ET
pˌɪɹaʊˈɛt
pir-ow-ET
Definition
A pirouette is a ballet move where a dancer spins quickly around on one foot, usually with the other leg raised.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˌpɪɹuˈɛ
British English
pˌɪɹaʊˈɛt
Simplified Pronunciation
US
pir-oo-ET
UK
pir-ow-ET
Listen in Context
The ballet dancer did a perfect pirouette on stage.
Can you show me how to do a pirouette?
He is practicing his pirouette every day.
She spun around in a quick pirouette to finish her dance.