How to Pronounce "mantes"
word
ˈmæntɪs
MAN-tis
mˈɑːnts
MAHN-ts
Definition
A mantis is an insect known for its long front legs held up as if in prayer, which it uses to catch prey. There are many species, including the well-known 'praying mantis.'
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈmæntɪs
British English
mˈɑːnts
Simplified Pronunciation
US
MAN-tis
UK
MAHN-ts
Listen in Context
My teacher showed us some mantes in a glass box.
Mantes eat other insects to survive.
The garden is full of green mantes in the summer.
Did you know some mantes can turn their heads to look at you directly?