How to Pronounce "methuselah"
word
məθˈjuzəɫə
muh-YOO-zuh-luh
məˈθjuːzɪlə
muh-THYOO-zi-luh
Definition
Methuselah is a person who lives a very long time, based on the biblical figure known for his old age. It can also mean a very large bottle of champagne or wine.
IPA Transcription
American English
məθˈjuzəɫə
British English
məˈθjuːzɪlə
Simplified Pronunciation
US
muh-YOO-zuh-luh
UK
muh-THYOO-zi-luh
Listen in Context
He is as old as Methuselah.
A Methuselah of champagne holds a lot of wine.
Some trees are true Methuselahs in the forest.
That old car of yours? It's a real Methuselah!