How to Pronounce "luminous"
word
ˈɫumənəs
LOO-muh-nuhs
lˈuːmɪnəs
LOO-mi-nuhs
Definition
Giving off light; shining or glowing brightly. Can also be used to describe something that is very bright or easy to see.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɫumənəs
British English
lˈuːmɪnəs
Simplified Pronunciation
US
LOO-muh-nuhs
UK
LOO-mi-nuhs
Listen in Context
The luminous stars filled the night sky.
This watch has a luminous dial so you can see it in the dark.
The fish had luminous stripes along its body.
Her luminous smile lit up the whole room.