How to pronounce Bismarck
Say it like BIZ-mark. Bismarck has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (BIZ).
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- BIZ
- mark
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Bismarck pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- BIZSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- markGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "ah" in father.
American vs British pronunciation of Bismarck
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: BIZ-mahk.
What does Bismarck mean?
- German statesman under whose leadership Germany was united (1815-1898)
- capital of the state of North Dakota; located in south central North Dakota overlooking the Missouri river
Where does Bismarck come from?
Named for the German statesman Otto von Bismarck.
Words that rhyme with Bismarck
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of Bismarck.
Questions about saying Bismarck
How do you pronounce Bismarck?
Say BIZ-mark. The American pronunciation is /ˈbɪzˌmɑrk/. In British English it is /ˈbɪzˌmɑːk/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in Bismarck?
Bismarck has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (BIZ). Broken into parts: BIZ · mark.
Is Bismarck 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 /ˈbɪzˌmɑːk/ (BIZ-mahk).