How to pronounce binational
Say it like by-NASH-uh-nul. Binational has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (NASH).
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- by
- NASH
- uh
- nul
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Binational pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- byKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in time.
- NASHSay 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.
- nulKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of binational
American and British speakers say binational in essentially the same way: /baɪˈnæʃənəl/ in the US and /baɪˈnæʃənəl/ in the UK.
British respelling: by-NASH-uh-nul.
What does binational mean?
- Relating to, or involving, two nations.“Binational peace talks broke down, so a third nation stepped in to mediate.”
- A person of two nationalities.
Where does binational come from?
From bi- + national.
Words that rhyme with binational
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of binational.
Questions about saying binational
How do you pronounce binational?
Say by-NASH-uh-nul. The American pronunciation is /baɪˈnæʃənəl/. In British English it is /baɪˈnæʃənəl/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in binational?
Binational has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (NASH). Broken into parts: by · NASH · uh · nul.
Do Americans and Brits say binational the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /baɪˈnæʃənəl/ and the British form is /baɪˈnæʃənəl/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.