How to Pronounce "cyclops"
word
/ˈsaɪˌkɫɔps/
SY-klawps
/sˈaɪkləps/
SY-kluhps
Definition
A cyclops is a giant from Greek mythology with a single eye in the middle of its forehead. The word is also used for similar one-eyed monsters in stories and fantasy.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈsaɪˌkɫɔps/
British English
/sˈaɪkləps/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
SY-klawps
UK
SY-kluhps
Listen in Context
The cyclops has only one eye.
In Greek stories, a cyclops is very strong.
The hero fought a dangerous cyclops.
Have you seen movies with a cyclops chasing people?