How to Pronounce "elephantine"
word
ˌɛɫəˈfænˌtin
el-uh-FAN-teen
ˈɛlɪfˌɑːntiːn
EL-if-AHN-teen
Definition
Something that is elephantine is very large, heavy, or clumsy, like an elephant. It can also refer directly to something resembling or related to an elephant.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˌɛɫəˈfænˌtin
British English
ˈɛlɪfˌɑːntiːn
Simplified Pronunciation
US
el-uh-FAN-teen
UK
EL-if-AHN-teen
Listen in Context
The building was so large, it looked almost elephantine.
His elephantine footsteps echoed in the empty hall.
The elephantine sculpture stood in the middle of the park.
Her elephantine grace surprised everyone at the dance.