How to Pronounce "pyramids"
word
/ˈpɪɹəmɪdz/
PIR-uh-midz
/pˈɪɹɐmˌɪdz/
PIR-uh-midz
Definition
Large, ancient structures with a square or triangular base and four triangular sides, built mainly in Egypt as tombs for pharaohs. The word can also refer to buildings or objects shaped like a pyramid.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈpɪɹəmɪdz/
British English
/pˈɪɹɐmˌɪdz/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
PIR-uh-midz
UK
PIR-uh-midz
Listen in Context
The pyramids in Egypt are world famous.
Many tourists visit the pyramids every year.
The ancient pyramids are made of stone blocks.
You have to see the pyramids at sunset—they look amazing.