How to pronounce allomorph
Say it like AL-oh-morf. Allomorph has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (AL).
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- AL
- oh
- morf
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Allomorph pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- ALSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
- ohKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "o" in go.
- morfKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "aw" in law.
American vs British pronunciation of allomorph
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: AL-uh-mawf.
What does allomorph mean?
- Any of the different crystalline forms of a substance.
- Any of the different phonological representations of a morpheme.
Where does allomorph come from?
From allo- + -morph.
Questions about saying allomorph
How do you pronounce allomorph?
Say AL-oh-morf. The American pronunciation is /ˈæloʊmɔrf/. In British English it is /ˈæləmɔːf/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in allomorph?
Allomorph has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (AL). Broken into parts: AL · oh · morf.
Is allomorph 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 /ˈæləmɔːf/ (AL-uh-mawf).