Ubuntu

A popular Linux distribution based on Debian, known for ease of use

Pronunciation

Correct

oo-BOON-too

/uːˈbuːntuː/

Ubuntu is a Nguni Bantu word meaning 'humanity to others'. Canonical, the company behind Ubuntu, confirms 'oo-BOON-too' as the correct pronunciation.

Source: ubuntu.com(creator statement)

Common Mistake

yoo-BUN-too

/juːˈbʌntuː/

The opening vowel is 'oo' (as in 'moon'), not 'yoo' (as in 'you'). All syllables contain the 'oo' vowel sound.