How to Pronounce "arcadia"
word
ɑɹˈkeɪdiə
ar-KAY-dee-uh
ɑːˈkeɪdiə
aa-KAY-dee-uh
Definition
Arcadia refers to a peaceful, simple, and ideal place, especially in the countryside, or an imaginary paradise where everything is perfect. It also refers to a historical region in Greece, known in literature as a symbol of rural happiness.
IPA Transcription
American English
ɑɹˈkeɪdiə
British English
ɑːˈkeɪdiə
Simplified Pronunciation
US
ar-KAY-dee-uh
UK
aa-KAY-dee-uh
Listen in Context
In poetry, Arcadia is the symbol of a perfect countryside.
Many people dream of living in their own Arcadia.
The old paintings show Arcadia as a place full of green fields and happy people.
For her, the small farm was her personal Arcadia away from city life.