How to Pronounce "opossum"
word
oʊˈpɑsəm
oh-PAH-sum
əpˈɒsəm
uh-POS-um
Definition
An opossum is a small, mostly nocturnal marsupial with a long hairless tail, native to the Americas. It is known for playing dead to escape threats.
IPA Transcription
American English
oʊˈpɑsəm
British English
əpˈɒsəm
Simplified Pronunciation
US
oh-PAH-sum
UK
uh-POS-um
Listen in Context
I saw an opossum in my backyard last night.
An opossum has a long, hairless tail.
The opossum is active at night.
When scared, an opossum might 'play dead' to stay safe.