How to pronounce anomic
Say it like uh-NOM-ik. Anomic has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (NOM).
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- uh
- NOM
- ik
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Anomic pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- uhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- NOMSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ah" in father.
- ikKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of anomic
- The short o is rounded in British English (as in "hot"), but open and unrounded in American English.
British respelling: uh-NOM-ik.
What does anomic mean?
- Characterized by or pertaining to anomia (the inability to remember names).
- Socially disorganized, disoriented or alienated.
Where does anomic come from?
Related to anomia.
Words that rhyme with anomic
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of anomic.
Questions about saying anomic
How do you pronounce anomic?
Say uh-NOM-ik. The American pronunciation is /əˈnɑmɪk/. In British English it is /əˈnɒmɪk/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in anomic?
Anomic has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (NOM). Broken into parts: uh · NOM · ik.
Is anomic pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. The short o is rounded in British English (as in "hot"), but open and unrounded in American English. The British form is /əˈnɒmɪk/ (uh-NOM-ik).