How to Pronounce "fossa"
word
ˈfɑsə
FAH-suh
fˈɒsɐ
FOS-uh
Definition
A fossa is a carnivorous mammal native to Madagascar, similar to a small cougar. In anatomy, a fossa is a shallow pit or depression in a bone or organ.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈfɑsə
British English
fˈɒsɐ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
FAH-suh
UK
FOS-uh
Listen in Context
The fossa is the largest predator in Madagascar.
Doctors studied the cranial fossa during the surgery.
I saw a fossa at the zoo today.
Many people are surprised to learn that the fossa looks a bit like a cat but is not one.