How to Pronounce "pygmalion"
word
ˌpɪɡˈmeɪɫjən
pig-MAYL-yuhn
pɪɡˈmeɪliən
pig-MAY-lee-uhn
Definition
Pygmalion is a figure from Greek mythology, a sculptor who fell in love with a statue he had carved. The word is also used in literature and psychology to refer to the idea that one's expectations can influence another's behavior—known as the Pygmalion effect.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˌpɪɡˈmeɪɫjən
British English
pɪɡˈmeɪliən
Simplified Pronunciation
US
pig-MAYL-yuhn
UK
pig-MAY-lee-uhn
Listen in Context
Pygmalion was a famous sculptor in Greek mythology.
The story of Pygmalion inspired many artists.
In psychology, there is a Pygmalion effect.
Have you read Shaw's play Pygmalion? It's really clever.