How to Pronounce "huron"
word
ˈhjuˌɹɑn/, /ˈhjʊˌɹɑn
HYOO-ron
ˈhjʊərɒn
HYUR-on
Definition
A 'huron' is most commonly a ferret, a small, long-bodied animal often kept as a pet or used for hunting rats and rabbits. 'Huron' can also refer to a Native American people or related things, especially in historical contexts.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈhjuˌɹɑn/, /ˈhjʊˌɹɑn
British English
ˈhjʊərɒn
Simplified Pronunciation
US
HYOO-ron
UK
HYUR-on
Listen in Context
The huron is a playful animal that likes to explore.
We saw a huron at the pet store yesterday.
The Huron were an important Native American people.
My cousin wants a huron as a pet but my aunt says they smell too strong.