How to Pronounce "laguna"
word
ɫəˈɡunə
luh-GOO-nuh
lɐɡˈuːn
luh-GOON
Definition
A laguna (lagoon) is a shallow body of water separated from a larger sea or ocean by sandbars, reefs, or islands. It can also refer to any small saltwater lake near the sea.
IPA Transcription
American English
ɫəˈɡunə
British English
lɐɡˈuːn
Simplified Pronunciation
US
luh-GOO-nuh
UK
luh-GOON
Listen in Context
We swam in the laguna near the beach.
The laguna is home to many birds.
Fishermen work in the laguna every day.
The sunset over the laguna was absolutely stunning.