How to Pronounce "olympus"
word
/oʊˈɫɪmpəs/
oh-LIM-puhs
/əˈlɪmpəs/
uh-LIM-puhs
Definition
Olympus is the mountain in Greek mythology thought to be the home of the gods, especially the twelve Olympian gods. It can also refer to something grand or elevated.
IPA Transcription
American English
/oʊˈɫɪmpəs/
British English
/əˈlɪmpəs/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
oh-LIM-puhs
UK
uh-LIM-puhs
Listen in Context
Mount Olympus is the highest mountain in Greece.
In Greek myths, the gods lived on Olympus.
Zeus was said to rule the world from Olympus.
Writers sometimes use 'Olympus' to mean a place of power or greatness.