How to Pronounce "hiawatha"
word
ˌhaɪəˈwɑθə
hy-uh-WAH-thuh
ˌhaɪ.əˈwɑː.θə
hy-uh-WAH-thuh
Definition
Hiawatha is the name of a legendary Native American leader from the Iroquois Confederacy, made famous internationally by the epic poem 'The Song of Hiawatha' by Henry Wadsworth Longfellow.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˌhaɪəˈwɑθə
British English
ˌhaɪ.əˈwɑː.θə
Simplified Pronunciation
US
hy-uh-WAH-thuh
UK
hy-uh-WAH-thuh
Listen in Context
Hiawatha was a wise leader in Native American history.
Many people have read 'The Song of Hiawatha'.
The name Hiawatha comes from the Iroquois language.
Have you ever heard the story of Hiawatha and his efforts to bring peace?