How do you spell Magnum?
Correct spelling
magnum
Think MAG-NUM: 'mag' like magnificent, 'num' like number - two clear syllables.
Why is magnum spelled this way?
From Latin magnum, great. MAG-NUM. A 1.5-liter bottle. Not 'magnun' or 'magnam'. Same root as magnificent and magnify.
Common misspellings of magnum
magnunmagnammangummagnium
Example
The sommelier opened a magnum of champagne for the anniversary celebration.