How to Pronounce "rhodesia"
word
ɹoʊˈdiʒə
roh-DEE-zhuh
rəʊˈdiːʒə
roh-DEE-zhuh
Definition
Rhodesia was a historical region in southern Africa. The name was used for two territories governed by the British in the early 20th century, and later for an unrecognized state (now Zimbabwe).
IPA Transcription
American English
ɹoʊˈdiʒə
British English
rəʊˈdiːʒə
Simplified Pronunciation
US
roh-DEE-zhuh
UK
roh-DEE-zhuh
Listen in Context
Rhodesia was located in southern Africa.
Many people moved to Rhodesia in the 1900s.
Today, Rhodesia is called Zimbabwe.
My grandfather used to tell stories about his life in Rhodesia.