How to pronounce aswarm
Say it like uh-SWORM. Aswarm has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (SWORM).
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- uh
- SWORM
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Aswarm 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.
- SWORMSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "aw" in law.
American vs British pronunciation of aswarm
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: uh-SWAWM.
What does aswarm mean?
- Filled or overrun (with moving objects or beings).
Where does aswarm come from?
From a- + swarm.
Words that rhyme with aswarm
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of aswarm.
Questions about saying aswarm
How do you pronounce aswarm?
Say uh-SWORM. The American pronunciation is /əˈswɔrm/. In British English it is /əˈswɔːm/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in aswarm?
Aswarm has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (SWORM). Broken into parts: uh · SWORM.
Is aswarm 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 /əˈswɔːm/ (uh-SWAWM).