How to Pronounce "thule"
word
ˈθuːli
THOO-lee
ˈθjuːli
THYOO-lee
Definition
In ancient Greek and Roman literature, 'Thule' referred to the northernmost place known to them, often imagined as a distant, mysterious land. Modern references may use it poetically to mean a faraway, remote place.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈθuːli
British English
ˈθjuːli
Simplified Pronunciation
US
THOO-lee
UK
THYOO-lee
Listen in Context
In ancient times, explorers dreamed of reaching Thule.
Thule was considered the end of the known world.
Few people could describe what Thule looked like.
He uses 'chasing Thule' as a metaphor for seeking the impossible.