Word Pronunciation & Dictionary

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What does mahu mean?
A person of the third gender, having traditional spiritual and social roles in the cultures of Hawaii and Tahiti.
Where does mahu come from?
From Hawaiian māhū.

How to pronounce mahu

  1. Open the pronunciation page — Open the Speakur entry for “mahu”.
  2. Read the phonetic spelling — Read the IPA spelling () so you know which sounds to aim for.
  3. Play the audio — Click Play to hear reference audio for “mahu”.
  4. Repeat and practice — Say “mahu” aloud, matching stress and vowels until it feels natural.