How to pronounce cayman
Say it like KAY-mun. Cayman has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KAY).
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- KAY
- mun
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Cayman pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- KAYSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ay" in day.
- munKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of cayman
American and British speakers say cayman in essentially the same way: /ˈkeɪmən/ in the US and /ˈkeɪmən/ in the UK.
British respelling: KAY-mun.
What does cayman mean?
- Alternative spelling of caiman.
Words that rhyme with cayman
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of cayman.
Questions about saying cayman
How do you pronounce cayman?
Say KAY-mun. The American pronunciation is /ˈkeɪmən/. In British English it is /ˈkeɪmən/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in cayman?
Cayman has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KAY). Broken into parts: KAY · mun.
Do Americans and Brits say cayman the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈkeɪmən/ and the British form is /ˈkeɪmən/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.