What is another word for betelgeuse?
Pronunciation: [bɪtɪld͡ʒˈɜːz] (IPA) 
Betelgeuse is a massive red supergiant star located in the constellation of Orion. It is one of the brightest stars in the night sky and has garnered a variety of synonyms over the years. Some of the common synonyms for Betelgeuse include Alpha Orionis, the shoulder of Orion, and the giant's right shoulder. In Hindu astronomy, the star is called "Vishakha," which means "forked branch." The ancient Chinese referred to Betelguese as "Houzi," translated to mean "the monkey," while the Arabs called it "Yad al-Jauza," meaning "hand of Al-Jauza." As a prominent feature of the night sky, Betelgeuse holds many names across different cultures and mythologies.
