How to Pronounce "honeybee"
word
ˈhəniˌbi
HUH-nee-bee
hˈʌnɪbˌiː
HUN-ih-bee
Definition
A honeybee is a small flying insect that lives in groups, makes honey from flower nectar, and helps pollinate plants.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈhəniˌbi
British English
hˈʌnɪbˌiː
Simplified Pronunciation
US
HUH-nee-bee
UK
HUN-ih-bee
Listen in Context
A honeybee makes honey in the hive.
The honeybee is important for flowers.
I saw a honeybee in the garden.
If there were no honeybees, we would have less fruit and vegetables.