fungi

noun

Stress: first syllable

Syllables: fun-gi (2)

English Definition

Plural form of fungus; organisms that feed on organic matter (e.g., mushrooms, molds).

Example Sentence

Fungi grow quickly in damp places.

US IPA /ˈfʌn.dʒaɪ/

UK IPA /ˈfʌn.dʒaɪ/

molds mushrooms yeasts mycota