How to pronounce asmear
Say it like uh-SMEER. Asmear has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (SMEER).
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- uh
- SMEER
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Asmear 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.
- SMEERSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of asmear
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: uh-SMEER.
What does asmear mean?
- Smeared over.
Where does asmear come from?
From a- + smear.
Words that rhyme with asmear
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of asmear.
Questions about saying asmear
How do you pronounce asmear?
Say uh-SMEER. The American pronunciation is /əˈsmɪr/. In British English it is /əˈsmɪə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in asmear?
Asmear has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (SMEER). Broken into parts: uh · SMEER.
Is asmear 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 /əˈsmɪə/ (uh-SMEER).