How to Pronounce "adonis"
word
əˈdɑnəs
uh-DAH-nis
ædˈəʊniz
ad-OH-niz
Definition
An 'Adonis' is a very attractive man, often admired for his good looks, coming from the name of a handsome figure in Greek mythology.
IPA Transcription
American English
əˈdɑnəs
British English
ædˈəʊniz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
uh-DAH-nis
UK
ad-OH-niz
Listen in Context
Many people said the actor looked like an Adonis.
They called him an Adonis because he was so handsome.
He wants to look like an Adonis at the party.
Ever since Jake started working out, his friends joke that he’s turning into an Adonis.