How to pronounce claymation
Say it like KLAY-may-shun. Claymation has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KLAY).
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- KLAY
- may
- shun
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Claymation pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- KLAYSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ay" in day.
- mayGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "ay" in day.
- shunKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of claymation
American and British speakers say claymation in essentially the same way: /ˈkleɪˌmeɪʃən/ in the US and /ˈkleɪˌmeɪʃən/ in the UK.
British respelling: KLAY-may-shun.
What does claymation mean?
- Stop-motion animation where each animated piece is made from a deformable substance, typically Plasticine clay.
Where does claymation come from?
A blend of clay + animation.
Questions about saying claymation
How do you pronounce claymation?
Say KLAY-may-shun. The American pronunciation is /ˈkleɪˌmeɪʃən/. In British English it is /ˈkleɪˌmeɪʃən/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in claymation?
Claymation has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KLAY). Broken into parts: KLAY · may · shun.
Do Americans and Brits say claymation the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈkleɪˌmeɪʃən/ and the British form is /ˈkleɪˌmeɪʃən/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.