How to Pronounce "wendigo"
word
ˈwɛndɪɡəʊ
WEN-di-goh
wˈɛndɪɡˌəʊ
WEN-di-goh
Definition
A wendigo is a mythical monster from Native American folklore, usually described as a spirit or creature that is hungry for human flesh. It is often associated with greed, cold winter, and the dangers of extreme hunger.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈwɛndɪɡəʊ
British English
wˈɛndɪɡˌəʊ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
WEN-di-goh
UK
WEN-di-goh
Listen in Context
The wendigo is a monster in Native American legends.
People say the wendigo eats human flesh.
Many horror movies feature a wendigo.
He was so hungry, he joked that he felt like a wendigo.