How to pronounce cosmology
Say it like koz-MOL-uh-jee. Cosmology has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (MOL).
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- koz
- MOL
- uh
- jee
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Cosmology pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- kozKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ah" in father.
- MOLSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ah" in father.
- uhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- jeeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of cosmology
- The short o is rounded in British English (as in "hot"), but open and unrounded in American English.
British respelling: koz-MOL-uh-jee.
What does cosmology mean?
- The study of the physical universe, its structure, dynamics, origin and evolution, and fate.
- A metaphysical study into the origin and nature of the universe.
- A particular view (cultural or religious) of the structure and origin of the universe.
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Questions about saying cosmology
How do you pronounce cosmology?
Say koz-MOL-uh-jee. The American pronunciation is /kɑzˈmɑlədʒi/. In British English it is /kɒzˈmɒlədʒi/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in cosmology?
Cosmology has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (MOL). Broken into parts: koz · MOL · uh · jee.
Is cosmology pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. The short o is rounded in British English (as in "hot"), but open and unrounded in American English. The British form is /kɒzˈmɒlədʒi/ (koz-MOL-uh-jee).