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How to Pronounce Manaus
/mɐˈnaws/
Named after the Manaó indigenous people. Capital of Amazonas state, gateway to the Amazon rainforest.
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Manaus
mɐˈnaws — correct
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How do you pronounce Manaus?
Manaus is pronounced /mɐˈnaws/.
Where does the word Manaus come from?
Manaus is a Portuguese loanword — Named after the Manaó indigenous people. Capital of Amazonas state, gateway to the Amazon rainforest..
Is Manaus pronounced the same in British, American and Australian English?
Manaus is pronounced the same in all major English dialects.