How to pronounce atman
Say it like AT-mun. Atman has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (AT).
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US American/ˈætmən/AT-mun
UK British/ˈɑːtmæn/AHT-man
- AT
- mun
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Atman pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- ATSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
- munKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of atman
- British speakers use the long "ah" vowel of father where Americans use the "a" of cat.
British respelling: AHT-man.
What does atman mean?
noun
- The true self of an individual beyond identification with worldly phenomena, the essence of an individual, an infinitesimal part of Brahman.
Questions about saying atman
How do you pronounce atman?
Say AT-mun. The American pronunciation is /ˈætmən/. In British English it is /ˈɑːtmæn/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in atman?
Atman has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (AT). Broken into parts: AT · mun.
Is atman pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. British speakers use the long "ah" vowel of father where Americans use the "a" of cat. The British form is /ˈɑːtmæn/ (AHT-man).