How to pronounce camembert
Say it like KAM-um-bair. Camembert has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KAM).
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- KAM
- um
- bair
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Camembert pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- KAMSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
- umKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- bairKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
American vs British pronunciation of camembert
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: KAM-om-bair.
What does camembert mean?
- A soft, creamy cheese from France made from cow's milk.
Where does camembert come from?
From Camembert, the Normandy village where it originated.
Questions about saying camembert
How do you pronounce camembert?
Say KAM-um-bair. The American pronunciation is /ˈkæməmbɛr/. In British English it is /ˈkæmɒmˌbɛə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in camembert?
Camembert has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KAM). Broken into parts: KAM · um · bair.
Is camembert 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 /ˈkæmɒmˌbɛə/ (KAM-om-bair).