How to Pronounce "scuba"
word
/ˈskubə/
SKOO-buh
/skˈuːbɐ/
SKOO-buh
Definition
A breathing apparatus that lets people stay and breathe underwater for a long time; used in diving.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈskubə/
British English
/skˈuːbɐ/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
SKOO-buh
UK
SKOO-buh
Listen in Context
He learned to use scuba for deep dives.
The scuba tank is heavy.
You need scuba to dive safely.
We went scuba diving in Australia last summer.