How to Pronounce "alexandria"
word
ˌæɫəɡˈzændɹiə
al-ug-ZAN-dree-uh
ˌæl.ɪɡˈzæn.dri.ə
al-ig-ZAN-dree-uh
Definition
Alexandria is a large city on the Mediterranean coast of Egypt, famous for its ancient history, especially the Great Library and lighthouse.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˌæɫəɡˈzændɹiə
British English
ˌæl.ɪɡˈzæn.dri.ə
Simplified Pronunciation
US
al-ug-ZAN-dree-uh
UK
al-ig-ZAN-dree-uh
Listen in Context
Alexandria is in Egypt.
Many tourists visit Alexandria every year.
Alexandria was famous for its great library.
Have you ever traveled to Alexandria by train?