How to pronounce medusa
Say it like muh-DOO-suh. Medusa has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (DOO).
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- muh
- DOO
- suh
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Medusa pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- muhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- DOOSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "oo" in food.
- suhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of medusa
- British speakers add a light "y" sound before the "oo" (as in "tyoon" for tune).
British respelling: muh-DYOO-suh.
What does medusa mean?
- A jellyfish; specifically, a non-polyp form of individual cnidarians, consisting of a gelatinous umbrella-shaped bell and trailing tentacles.
- Synonym of worm-star.
Where does medusa come from?
By appellativization from Medusa.
Questions about saying medusa
How do you pronounce medusa?
Say muh-DOO-suh. The American pronunciation is /məˈdusə/. In British English it is /məˈdjuːsə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in medusa?
Medusa has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (DOO). Broken into parts: muh · DOO · suh.
Is medusa 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 /məˈdjuːsə/ (muh-DYOO-suh).