How to Pronounce "polaris"
word
poʊˈɫɛɹəs
poh-LAIR-uhs
pəˈlɑːrɪs
puh-LAH-ris
Definition
Polaris is the name of the North Star, a bright star located nearly above the Earth's North Pole and often used for navigation.
IPA Transcription
American English
poʊˈɫɛɹəs
British English
pəˈlɑːrɪs
Simplified Pronunciation
US
poh-LAIR-uhs
UK
puh-LAH-ris
Listen in Context
Polaris is also called the North Star.
Sailors use Polaris to find direction at night.
Polaris is easy to see in the night sky.
Ancient travelers followed Polaris to stay on the right path.