How to pronounce clonus
Say it like KLOH-nus. Clonus has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KLOH).
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- KLOH
- nus
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Clonus pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- KLOHSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "o" in go.
- nusKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of clonus
- The long o starts further forward in British English, closer to "uh-oo" than the American "oh".
British respelling: KLOH-nus.
What does clonus mean?
- A muscular spasm with regular contractions.
Words that rhyme with clonus
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Questions about saying clonus
How do you pronounce clonus?
Say KLOH-nus. The American pronunciation is /ˈkloʊnəs/. In British English it is /ˈkləʊnəs/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in clonus?
Clonus has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KLOH). Broken into parts: KLOH · nus.
Is clonus pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. The long o starts further forward in British English, closer to "uh-oo" than the American "oh". The British form is /ˈkləʊnəs/ (KLOH-nus).