How to Pronounce "hornet"
word
/ˈhɔɹnɪt/
HAWR-nit
/hˈɔːnɪt/
HAW-nit
Definition
A hornet is a large, aggressive type of wasp with a painful sting, known for building papery nests.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈhɔɹnɪt/
British English
/hˈɔːnɪt/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
HAWR-nit
UK
HAW-nit
Listen in Context
A hornet built a nest in our garden.
Be careful, a hornet can sting you if you get too close.
A hornet is bigger than a wasp.
After disturbing the tree, a swarm of hornets chased the kids away.