How to Pronounce "firefly"
word
ˈfaɪɝˌfɫaɪ
FY-er-fly
fˈaɪəflaɪ
FY-uh-fly
Definition
A firefly is a small insect that produces light from its body, often seen glowing at night in warm weather.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈfaɪɝˌfɫaɪ
British English
fˈaɪəflaɪ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
FY-er-fly
UK
FY-uh-fly
Listen in Context
A firefly glows softly in the dark.
Children chase fireflies on summer nights.
A firefly makes light with its body.
Look, there’s a firefly outside the window!