How to Pronounce "yukon"
word
ˈjuˌkɑn
YOO-kahn
ˈjuːkɒn
YOO-kon
Definition
Yukon is a territory in the northwest of Canada, known for its wild nature, mountains, and the Yukon River. It is famous for the Klondike Gold Rush and very cold winters.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈjuˌkɑn
British English
ˈjuːkɒn
Simplified Pronunciation
US
YOO-kahn
UK
YOO-kon
Listen in Context
The Yukon is a territory in Canada.
Many people came to the Yukon during the gold rush.
The Yukon River is very long.
I’ve always wanted to visit the Yukon in the summer and see the midnight sun.