How to pronounce allomorphy
Say it like AL-uh-mor-fee. Allomorphy has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (AL).
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- AL
- uh
- mor
- fee
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Allomorphy 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.
- morGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "aw" in law.
- feeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of allomorphy
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: AL-uh-maw-fee.
What does allomorphy mean?
- Quality of being an allomorph.
Questions about saying allomorphy
How do you pronounce allomorphy?
Say AL-uh-mor-fee. The American pronunciation is /ˈæləˌmɔrfi/. In British English it is /ˈæləˌmɔːfi/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in allomorphy?
Allomorphy has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (AL). Broken into parts: AL · uh · mor · fee.
Is allomorphy 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 /ˈæləˌmɔːfi/ (AL-uh-maw-fee).