How to Pronounce "magna"
word
ˈmæɡnə
MAG-nuh
ˈmæɡnə
MAG-nuh
Definition
A Latin word meaning 'great' or 'large', commonly used in academic or ceremonial phrases such as 'magna cum laude'. It can also mean important or grand.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈmæɡnə
British English
ˈmæɡnə
Simplified Pronunciation
US
MAG-nuh
UK
MAG-nuh
Listen in Context
He graduated magna cum laude from the university.
The award was given magna cum laude for outstanding achievement.
A magna celebration was held at the hall.
Getting magna cum laude really made her parents proud.