How to pronounce clamoursome
Say it like KLAM-er-sum. Clamoursome has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KLAM).
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- KLAM
- er
- sum
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Clamoursome pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- KLAMSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
- erKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- sumKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of clamoursome
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: KLAM-uh-sum.
What does clamoursome mean?
- Characterised or marked by clamoring; clamorous.
Where does clamoursome come from?
From clamor + -some.
Questions about saying clamoursome
How do you pronounce clamoursome?
Say KLAM-er-sum. The American pronunciation is /ˈklæmərsəm/. In British English it is /ˈklæməsəm/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in clamoursome?
Clamoursome has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KLAM). Broken into parts: KLAM · er · sum.
Is clamoursome 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 /ˈklæməsəm/ (KLAM-uh-sum).