How to pronounce iduna
Say it like id-OO-nuh. Iduna has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (OO).
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- id
- OO
- nuh
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Iduna pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- idGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- OOSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "oo" in food.
- nuhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of iduna
- British speakers add a light "y" sound before the "oo" (as in "tyoon" for tune).
British respelling: id-YOO-nuh.
What does iduna mean?
- Any warbler of the genus Iduna.
Where does iduna come from?
Borrowed from translingual Iduna.
Words that rhyme with iduna
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of iduna.
Questions about saying iduna
How do you pronounce iduna?
Say id-OO-nuh. The American pronunciation is /ˌɪˈdunə/. In British English it is /ˌɪˈdjuːnə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in iduna?
Iduna has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (OO). Broken into parts: id · OO · nuh.
Is iduna pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. British speakers add a light "y" sound before the "oo" (as in "tyoon" for tune). The British form is /ˌɪˈdjuːnə/ (id-YOO-nuh).