How to pronounce annelid
Say it like AN-uh-lid. Annelid has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (AN).
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- AN
- uh
- lid
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Annelid pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- ANSay 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.
- lidKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of annelid
American and British speakers say annelid in essentially the same way: /ˈænəlɪd/ in the US and /ˈænəlɪd/ in the UK.
British respelling: AN-uh-lid.
What does annelid mean?
- Any of various wormlike animals, of the phylum Annelida, having a segmented body; they include the earthworm and the leech.
- of, or relating to these creatures
Where does annelid come from?
From French annélidé, coined by French naturalist Lamarck.
Questions about saying annelid
How do you pronounce annelid?
Say AN-uh-lid. The American pronunciation is /ˈænəlɪd/. In British English it is /ˈænəlɪd/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in annelid?
Annelid has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (AN). Broken into parts: AN · uh · lid.
Do Americans and Brits say annelid the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈænəlɪd/ and the British form is /ˈænəlɪd/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.