How to Pronounce "vesuvius"
word
vəˈsuviəs
vuh-SOO-vee-uhs
vəˈsuːviəs
vuh-SOO-vee-uhs
Definition
Vesuvius is a famous volcano in southern Italy, near Naples. It is known for the eruption in AD 79 that destroyed the cities of Pompeii and Herculaneum.
IPA Transcription
American English
vəˈsuviəs
British English
vəˈsuːviəs
Simplified Pronunciation
US
vuh-SOO-vee-uhs
UK
vuh-SOO-vee-uhs
Listen in Context
Vesuvius is a volcano in Italy.
Many people visit Vesuvius every year.
Vesuvius erupted in AD 79.
I’ve always wanted to hike up Vesuvius and see the view.