How to pronounce alkermes
Say it like ahl-KUR-meez. Alkermes has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (KUR).
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- ahl
- KUR
- meez
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Alkermes pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- ahlKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ah" in father.
- KURSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ur" in nurse.
- meezKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of alkermes
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: al-KUH-miz.
What does alkermes mean?
- The desiccated bodies of certain insects (female Kermes ilicis and Kermes vermilio), which live on the kermes oak, formerly much used as a material for dye and a medicinal ingredient; also a given mixture, preparation etc. containing such insects.
- A red Italian alcoholic liqueur.
Questions about saying alkermes
How do you pronounce alkermes?
Say ahl-KUR-meez. The American pronunciation is /ɑlˈkɝmiz/. In British English it is /ælˈkəmɪz/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in alkermes?
Alkermes has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (KUR). Broken into parts: ahl · KUR · meez.
Is alkermes pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead. The British form is /ælˈkəmɪz/ (al-KUH-miz).