How to Pronounce "albus"
word
ˈæɫbəs
AL-buhs
ˈæl.bəs
AL-buhs
Definition
'Albus' is a Latin word that means 'white.' It is rarely used in modern English except in scientific or historical contexts or as a proper name (like 'Albus Dumbledore' in Harry Potter).
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈæɫbəs
British English
ˈæl.bəs
Simplified Pronunciation
US
AL-buhs
UK
AL-buhs
Listen in Context
Albus means 'white' in Latin.
The name Albus is famous because of Harry Potter's school headmaster.
'Albinism' comes from the Latin word albus.
You rarely see albus outside of textbooks or Harry Potter fansites.