How to Pronounce "monsoon"
word
mɑnˈsun
mahn-SOON
mənsˈuːn
muhn-SOON
Definition
A monsoon is a seasonal wind, especially in Asia, that brings heavy rain for several months. It often refers to the rainy season caused by these winds.
IPA Transcription
American English
mɑnˈsun
British English
mənsˈuːn
Simplified Pronunciation
US
mahn-SOON
UK
muhn-SOON
Listen in Context
The monsoon brings heavy rain every summer in India.
Farmers wait for the monsoon to plant their crops.
The monsoon starts in June and lasts until September.
We had to cancel our trip because the monsoon arrived early this year.