How to Pronounce "mediterranean"
word
/ˌmɛdɪtɝˈeɪniən/
me-di-tuh-RAY-nee-uhn
/ˌmɛdɪtəˈreɪniən/
me-di-tuh-RAY-nee-uhn
Definition
Relating to the Mediterranean Sea or the countries around it. Can also refer to people, climate, food, or anything typical of this region.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˌmɛdɪtɝˈeɪniən/
British English
/ˌmɛdɪtəˈreɪniən/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
me-di-tuh-RAY-nee-uhn
UK
me-di-tuh-RAY-nee-uhn
Listen in Context
Italy is a Mediterranean country.
Many people follow a Mediterranean diet.
The Mediterranean Sea is famous for its blue water.
She decorated her whole house in a Mediterranean style.