How to pronounce ajwain
Say it like UHJ-wyne. Ajwain has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (UHJ).
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- UHJ
- wyne
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Ajwain pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- UHJSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "u" in cup.
- wyneKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in time.
American vs British pronunciation of ajwain
American and British speakers say ajwain in essentially the same way: /ˈʌdʒwaɪn/ in the US and /ˈʌdʒwaɪn/ in the UK.
British respelling: UHJ-wyne.
What does ajwain mean?
- A plant in the family Apiaceae (Trachyspermum ammi).
- Its seed-like fruit, used (especially in South Asian cooking) for its thyme-like flavor.
Questions about saying ajwain
How do you pronounce ajwain?
Say UHJ-wyne. The American pronunciation is /ˈʌdʒwaɪn/. In British English it is /ˈʌdʒwaɪn/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in ajwain?
Ajwain has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (UHJ). Broken into parts: UHJ · wyne.
Do Americans and Brits say ajwain the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈʌdʒwaɪn/ and the British form is /ˈʌdʒwaɪn/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.