How to Pronounce "nightingale"
word
/ˈnaɪtɪŋɡeɪɫ/
NY-ting-gayl
/nˈaɪtɪŋɡˌeɪl/
NY-ting-gayl
Definition
A nightingale is a small brown bird known for its beautiful and powerful song, especially heard at night.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈnaɪtɪŋɡeɪɫ/
British English
/nˈaɪtɪŋɡˌeɪl/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
NY-ting-gayl
UK
NY-ting-gayl
Listen in Context
The nightingale sings at night.
A nightingale has a beautiful song.
We saw a nightingale in the garden.
Her voice is as sweet as a nightingale.