How to Pronounce "ornithologist"
word
ˌɔːrnɪˈθɑːlədʒɪst
or-ni-THAW-luh-jist
ˌɔːnɪθˈɒlədʒˌɪst
aw-ni-THOL-uh-jist
Definition
A scientist who studies birds, including their behavior, classification, and habitats.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˌɔːrnɪˈθɑːlədʒɪst
British English
ˌɔːnɪθˈɒlədʒˌɪst
Simplified Pronunciation
US
or-ni-THAW-luh-jist
UK
aw-ni-THOL-uh-jist
Listen in Context
The ornithologist studied the birds in the forest.
An ornithologist often uses binoculars to watch birds.
My aunt is an ornithologist who travels a lot for her research.
The famous ornithologist gave a talk about endangered birds last night.