How to Pronounce "chimpanzees"
word
tʃɪmˈpænziz
chim-PAN-zeez
tʃˌɪmpɐnzˈiːz
chim-puhn-ZEEZ
Definition
Chimpanzees are large, intelligent apes that live in Africa and are closely related to humans. They have black hair, live in social groups, and use tools.
IPA Transcription
American English
tʃɪmˈpænziz
British English
tʃˌɪmpɐnzˈiːz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
chim-PAN-zeez
UK
chim-puhn-ZEEZ
Listen in Context
Chimpanzees live in the forests of Africa.
Chimpanzees eat fruit, leaves, and sometimes insects.
Scientists study chimpanzees to learn about human evolution.
Did you know that chimpanzees can use sticks to catch termites?