How to Pronounce "syracuse"
word
/ˈsɪɹəkˌjuz/
SIH-ruh-KYOOZ
/ˈsɪrəkjuːs/
SIH-ruh-KYOOSE
Definition
Syracuse is a city in central New York State, USA, known for its university. It is also a historic city in Sicily, Italy, famous for its ancient Greek and Roman history.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈsɪɹəkˌjuz/
British English
/ˈsɪrəkjuːs/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
SIH-ruh-KYOOZ
UK
SIH-ruh-KYOOSE
Listen in Context
Syracuse is famous for its snowy winters.
She wants to study at Syracuse University.
Syracuse is in New York State.
I visited ancient ruins in Syracuse when I was in Sicily.