How to Pronounce "albus"

word

ˈæɫbəs

AL-buhs

ˈæl.bəs

AL-buhs

Definition

'Albus' is a Latin word that means 'white.' It is rarely used in modern English except in scientific or historical contexts or as a proper name (like 'Albus Dumbledore' in Harry Potter).

IPA Transcription

American English

ˈæɫbəs

British English

ˈæl.bəs

Simplified Pronunciation

AL-buhs

Listen in Context

Albus means 'white' in Latin.

The name Albus is famous because of Harry Potter's school headmaster.

'Albinism' comes from the Latin word albus.

You rarely see albus outside of textbooks or Harry Potter fansites.