How to Pronounce "tsunami"
word
soo-NAH-mee
tsoo-NAH-mee
Definition
A tsunami is a very large and powerful sea wave, usually caused by an underwater earthquake or volcanic eruption, that can cause severe flooding and destruction near coastlines.
IPA Transcription
American English
suˈnɑmi/, /tsuˈnɑmi
British English
tsuːnˈɑːmi
Simplified Pronunciation
US
soo-NAH-mee
UK
tsoo-NAH-mee
Listen in Context
A tsunami can destroy entire villages.
The news reported a tsunami warning.
A strong earthquake sometimes causes a tsunami.
After the tsunami, emergency teams helped the survivors.