How to Pronounce "turnip"
word
/ˈtɝnəp/
TUR-nip
/tˈɜːnɪp/
TUR-nip
Definition
A round, white and purple root vegetable that is eaten cooked or raw. Turnips are commonly used in soups, salads, and stews.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈtɝnəp/
British English
/tˈɜːnɪp/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
TUR-nip
UK
TUR-nip
Listen in Context
I bought a turnip at the market.
She cooked turnip soup for dinner.
A turnip is a kind of root vegetable.
Some people like to eat pickled turnip with sandwiches.