How to Pronounce "odeon"
word
ˈoʊdiən
OH-dee-uhn
ˈəʊdɪən
OH-dee-uhn
Definition
An odeon is a building, especially in Ancient Greece or Rome, used for musical performances, poetry readings, and other entertainments. Today, the term can also refer to some cinemas or theaters named 'Odeon'.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈoʊdiən
British English
ˈəʊdɪən
Simplified Pronunciation
US
OH-dee-uhn
UK
OH-dee-uhn
Listen in Context
The ancient Greeks watched plays at the odeon.
We visited the old odeon during our trip to Rome.
The odeon had excellent acoustics for music.
Let's meet outside the Odeon before the movie starts.