How to pronounce exodus
Say it like EK-suh-dus. Exodus has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (EK).
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- EK
- suh
- dus
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Exodus pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- EKSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- suhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- dusKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of exodus
American and British speakers say exodus in essentially the same way: /ˈɛksədəs/ in the US and /ˈɛksədəs/ in the UK.
British respelling: EK-suh-dus.
What does exodus mean?
- a journey by a large group to escape from a hostile environment
- the second book of the Old Testament: tells of the departure of the Israelites out of slavery in Egypt led by Moses; God gave them the Ten Commandments and the rest of Mosaic law on Mount Sinai during the Exodus
Where does exodus come from?
From late Old English only as a proper noun, Exodus, the biblical book; use as a common noun is from the early 17th century.
Questions about saying exodus
How do you pronounce exodus?
Say EK-suh-dus. The American pronunciation is /ˈɛksədəs/. In British English it is /ˈɛksədəs/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in exodus?
Exodus has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (EK). Broken into parts: EK · suh · dus.
Do Americans and Brits say exodus the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈɛksədəs/ and the British form is /ˈɛksədəs/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.