How to pronounce allomorphs
Say it like AL-uh-morfs. Allomorphs has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (AL).
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- AL
- uh
- morfs
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Allomorphs 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.
- uhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- morfsKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "aw" in law.
American vs British pronunciation of allomorphs
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: AL-uh-mawfs.
What does allomorphs mean?
- plural of allomorph How to pronounce allomorph
Questions about saying allomorphs
How do you pronounce allomorphs?
Say AL-uh-morfs. The American pronunciation is /ˈæləmɔrfs/. In British English it is /ˈæləmɔːfs/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in allomorphs?
Allomorphs has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (AL). Broken into parts: AL · uh · morfs.
Is allomorphs 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 /ˈæləmɔːfs/ (AL-uh-mawfs).