How to pronounce amaranth
Say it like AM-uh-ranth. Amaranth has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (AM).
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- AM
- uh
- ranth
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Amaranth pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- AMSay 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.
- ranthGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
American vs British pronunciation of amaranth
American and British speakers say amaranth in essentially the same way: /ˈæməˌrænθ/ in the US and /ˈæmərænθ/ in the UK.
British respelling: AM-uh-ranth.
What does amaranth mean?
- An imaginary flower that does not wither.
- Any of various herbs of the genus Amaranthus.
- The characteristic purplish-red color of the flowers or leaves of these plants.
Questions about saying amaranth
How do you pronounce amaranth?
Say AM-uh-ranth. The American pronunciation is /ˈæməˌrænθ/. In British English it is /ˈæmərænθ/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in amaranth?
Amaranth has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (AM). Broken into parts: AM · uh · ranth.
Do Americans and Brits say amaranth the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈæməˌrænθ/ and the British form is /ˈæmərænθ/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.