How to pronounce circumvene
Say it like sur-kum-VEEN. Circumvene has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (VEEN).
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- sur
- kum
- VEEN
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Circumvene pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- surGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "ur" in nurse.
- kumKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- VEENSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of circumvene
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: sur-kum-VEEN.
What does circumvene mean?
- Alternative form of circumvent.
Words that rhyme with circumvene
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of circumvene.
Questions about saying circumvene
How do you pronounce circumvene?
Say sur-kum-VEEN. The American pronunciation is /ˌsɝkəmˈvin/. In British English it is /ˌsɜːkəmˈviːn/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in circumvene?
Circumvene has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (VEEN). Broken into parts: sur · kum · VEEN.
Is circumvene 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 /ˌsɜːkəmˈviːn/ (sur-kum-VEEN).