How to Pronounce "nebula"
word
/ˈnɛbjəɫə/
NEB-yuh-luh
/nˈɛbjʊlɐ/
neb-YU-luh
Definition
A nebula is a large cloud of gas and dust in space where new stars can form, or where old stars have exploded.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈnɛbjəɫə/
British English
/nˈɛbjʊlɐ/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
NEB-yuh-luh
UK
neb-YU-luh
Listen in Context
A nebula is a cloud of gas and dust in space.
Scientists study the nebula to learn about star formation.
The Orion Nebula can be seen with a small telescope.
Some nebulae look colorful in photos because of the different gases.