The word "mamu" can be spelled phonetically as /ˈmæmu/. It is a term used in some Pacific Island cultures to refer to a maternal uncle. The pronunciation features a stressed "ma" followed by an unstressed "mu" with a short "a" sound. The "m" sound at the beginning and end of the word is pronounced the same. The IPA transcription accurately captures the exact sounds of each letter and helps to clarify the correct pronunciation of the word for those who may be unfamiliar with it.