How to pronounce limu
Say it like LEE-moo. Limu has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (LEE).
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- LEE
- moo
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Limu pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- LEESay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
- mooKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "oo" in food.
American vs British pronunciation of limu
American and British speakers say limu in essentially the same way: /ˈlimu/ in the US and /ˈliːmuː/ in the UK.
British respelling: LEE-moo.
What does limu mean?
- Any of various kinds of edible algae, which form an important part of the traditional Hawaiian diet.
Where does limu come from?
Borrowed from Hawaiian limu (“moss”).
Questions about saying limu
How do you pronounce limu?
Say LEE-moo. The American pronunciation is /ˈlimu/. In British English it is /ˈliːmuː/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in limu?
Limu has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (LEE). Broken into parts: LEE · moo.
Do Americans and Brits say limu the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈlimu/ and the British form is /ˈliːmuː/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.