How to pronounce anonym
Say it like AN-uh-nim. Anonym has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (AN).
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- AN
- uh
- nim
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Anonym 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.
- nimKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of anonym
American and British speakers say anonym in essentially the same way: /ˈænənɪm/ in the US and /ˈænənɪm/ in the UK.
British respelling: AN-uh-nim.
What does anonym mean?
- An anonymous person.
- An assumed or false name.
- A mere name; a name resting upon no diagnosis or other recognized basis.
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Questions about saying anonym
How do you pronounce anonym?
Say AN-uh-nim. The American pronunciation is /ˈænənɪm/. In British English it is /ˈænənɪm/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in anonym?
Anonym has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (AN). Broken into parts: AN · uh · nim.
Do Americans and Brits say anonym the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈænənɪm/ and the British form is /ˈænənɪm/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.