How to Pronounce "redskins"
word
ˈɹɛdˌskɪnz
RED-skinz
ɹˈɛdskɪnz
red-SKINZ
Definition
An old and now offensive English word that was used to refer to Native American people. It is considered disrespectful and should not be used, except when discussing history or the former name of sports teams.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɹɛdˌskɪnz
British English
ɹˈɛdskɪnz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
RED-skinz
UK
red-SKINZ
Listen in Context
The team used to be called the Redskins.
The word Redskins is offensive now.
Many people do not use Redskins anymore.
My grandfather remembers when the Redskins played in the old stadium.