How to Pronounce Melissa
Melissa / muh-LIS-uh /
The name Melissa is a Female name of Arabic origin meaning "Bee". It is pronounced muh-LIS-uh.
Arabic Female 3 syllables
Meaning & Origin
Melissa is a Arabic name meaning "Bee". Greek melissa
Quick Facts
Language Arabic
Gender Female
Syllables 3
Phonetic muh-LIS-uh
Pronunciation Tip
Say it as muh-LIS-uh. Stress falls on the second syllable. Keep the original Arabic phonetics — don't anglicize the sounds.
Famous People Named Melissa
- · Melissa McCarthy - Actress
- · Melissa Etheridge - Singer-Songwriter
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Frequently asked questions
- How do you pronounce Melissa?
- Melissa is pronounced muh-LIS-uh.
- What is the correct pronunciation of Melissa?
- The correct pronunciation of Melissa is muh-LIS-uh.
- Is Melissa a Arabic name?
- Yes, Melissa is a Arabic name meaning "Bee".
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