How to pronounce clemmy
Say it like KLEM-ee. Clemmy has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KLEM).
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- KLEM
- ee
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Clemmy pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- KLEMSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- eeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of clemmy
American and British speakers say clemmy in essentially the same way: /ˈklɛmi/ in the US and /ˈklɛmi/ in the UK.
British respelling: KLEM-ee.
What does clemmy mean?
- A stone (rock), particularly one that is thrown.
- One stone (unit of mass)
Where does clemmy come from?
From clem + -y, originally from Old English clām (“paste, mortar, mud, clay, poultice”).
Words that rhyme with clemmy
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of clemmy.
Questions about saying clemmy
How do you pronounce clemmy?
Say KLEM-ee. The American pronunciation is /ˈklɛmi/. In British English it is /ˈklɛmi/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in clemmy?
Clemmy has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KLEM). Broken into parts: KLEM · ee.
Do Americans and Brits say clemmy the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈklɛmi/ and the British form is /ˈklɛmi/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.