How to Pronounce "mesopotamia"
word
ˌmɛsəpəˈteɪmiə
MES-uh-puh-TAY-mee-uh
ˌmɛsəpəˈteɪmiə
MES-uh-puh-TAY-mee-uh
Definition
Mesopotamia was an ancient region located between the Tigris and Euphrates rivers, famous as one of the world's earliest centers of civilization.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˌmɛsəpəˈteɪmiə
British English
ˌmɛsəpəˈteɪmiə
Simplified Pronunciation
US
MES-uh-puh-TAY-mee-uh
UK
MES-uh-puh-TAY-mee-uh
Listen in Context
Mesopotamia is known as the cradle of civilization.
Many ancient cities existed in Mesopotamia.
The people of Mesopotamia invented writing.
If you study history, you’ll hear a lot about Mesopotamia and its fascinating cultures.