How to pronounce calmness
Say it like KAHLM-nus. Calmness has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KAHLM).
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- KAHLM
- nus
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Calmness pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- KAHLMSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ah" in father.
- nusKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of calmness
American and British speakers say calmness in essentially the same way: /ˈkɑlmnəs/ in the US and /ˈkɑːmnəs/ in the UK.
British respelling: KAHM-nus.
What does calmness mean?
- The state of being calm; tranquillity; silence.
Where does calmness come from?
From calm + -ness.
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Questions about saying calmness
How do you pronounce calmness?
Say KAHLM-nus. The American pronunciation is /ˈkɑlmnəs/. In British English it is /ˈkɑːmnəs/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in calmness?
Calmness has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KAHLM). Broken into parts: KAHLM · nus.
Do Americans and Brits say calmness the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈkɑlmnəs/ and the British form is /ˈkɑːmnəs/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.