How to Pronounce "phoenicia"
word
fəˈniʃə
fuh-NEE-shuh
fəˈnɪʃə
fuh-NISH-uh
Definition
Phoenicia was an ancient civilization located along the eastern Mediterranean coast, known for its seafaring, trade, and the creation of the first alphabet.
IPA Transcription
American English
fəˈniʃə
British English
fəˈnɪʃə
Simplified Pronunciation
US
fuh-NEE-shuh
UK
fuh-NISH-uh
Listen in Context
Phoenicia was famous for its sea trade.
The people of Phoenicia invented an early alphabet.
Phoenicia was located near modern Lebanon.
Many historians study Phoenicia to learn about ancient trade routes.