How to Pronounce "venus"
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/ˈvinəs/
VEE-nuhs
/ˈviːnəs/
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Definition
Venus is the second planet from the Sun in our solar system and is known for being very bright in the sky. In Roman mythology, Venus is also the goddess of love and beauty.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈvinəs/
British English
/ˈviːnəs/
Simplified Pronunciation
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VEE-nuhs
UK
VEE-nuhs
Listen in Context
Venus is the second planet from the Sun.
In Roman mythology, Venus is the goddess of love.
We saw Venus shining brightly in the evening sky.
Did you know that a year on Venus is shorter than its day?