How to pronounce corneum
Say it like KOR-nee-um. Corneum has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KOR).
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- KOR
- nee
- um
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Corneum pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- KORSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "aw" in law.
- neeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
- umKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of corneum
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: KAW-nee-um.
What does corneum mean?
- The outermost layer of the skin.
Where does corneum come from?
From Latin corneum.
Questions about saying corneum
How do you pronounce corneum?
Say KOR-nee-um. The American pronunciation is /ˈkɔrniəm/. In British English it is /ˈkɔːniəm/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in corneum?
Corneum has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KOR). Broken into parts: KOR · nee · um.
Is corneum 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 /ˈkɔːniəm/ (KAW-nee-um).