How to pronounce cheapness
Say it like CHEEP-nus. Cheapness has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (CHEEP).
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- CHEEP
- nus
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Cheapness pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- CHEEPSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
- nusKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of cheapness
American and British speakers say cheapness in essentially the same way: /ˈtʃipnəs/ in the US and /ˈtʃiːpnəs/ in the UK.
British respelling: CHEEP-nus.
What does cheapness mean?
- The state or character trait of being cheap (stingy).“His cheapness was legendary; he refused to use candles or lamps, not to reduce the risk of fire but rather to save a penny.”
- The state or characteristic of being cheap (whether inexpensive, poorly made, or both).
- Synonym of shoddiness.“The cheapness of the manufacturing is insulting. [the product is poorly made]”
Where does cheapness come from?
From cheap + -ness.
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Words that rhyme with cheapness
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Questions about saying cheapness
How do you pronounce cheapness?
Say CHEEP-nus. The American pronunciation is /ˈtʃipnəs/. In British English it is /ˈtʃiːpnəs/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in cheapness?
Cheapness has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (CHEEP). Broken into parts: CHEEP · nus.
Do Americans and Brits say cheapness the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈtʃipnəs/ and the British form is /ˈtʃiːpnəs/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.