How to pronounce medusoid
Say it like muh-DOO-soyd. Medusoid has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (DOO).
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- muh
- DOO
- soyd
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Medusoid 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.
- soydKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "oy" in boy.
American vs British pronunciation of medusoid
- British speakers add a light "y" sound before the "oo" (as in "tyoon" for tune).
British respelling: muh-DYOO-zoyd.
What does medusoid mean?
- jellyfish
- Having the shape of a jellyfish
Where does medusoid come from?
From medusa + -oid.
Questions about saying medusoid
How do you pronounce medusoid?
Say muh-DOO-soyd. The American pronunciation is /məˈdusɔɪd/. In British English it is /məˈdjuːzɔɪd/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in medusoid?
Medusoid has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (DOO). Broken into parts: muh · DOO · soyd.
Is medusoid 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 /məˈdjuːzɔɪd/ (muh-DYOO-zoyd).