How to pronounce clownish
Say it like KLOW-nish. Clownish has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KLOW).
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- KLOW
- nish
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Clownish pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- KLOWSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ow" in now.
- nishKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of clownish
American and British speakers say clownish in essentially the same way: /ˈklaʊnɪʃ/ in the US and /ˈklaʊnɪʃ/ in the UK.
British respelling: KLOW-nish.
What does clownish mean?
- Resembling or characteristic of a circus clown; comical, ridiculous.
Where does clownish come from?
From clown + -ish.
Words that rhyme with clownish
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of clownish.
Questions about saying clownish
How do you pronounce clownish?
Say KLOW-nish. The American pronunciation is /ˈklaʊnɪʃ/. In British English it is /ˈklaʊnɪʃ/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in clownish?
Clownish has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KLOW). Broken into parts: KLOW · nish.
Do Americans and Brits say clownish the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈklaʊnɪʃ/ and the British form is /ˈklaʊnɪʃ/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.