How to pronounce deiform
Say it like DEE-ih-form. Deiform has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (DEE).
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- DEE
- ih
- form
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Deiform pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- DEESay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
- ihKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- formGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "aw" in law.
American vs British pronunciation of deiform
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: DEE-ih-fawm.
What does deiform mean?
- Godlike.
- Conformable to the will of God
Where does deiform come from?
From Medieval Latin deifōrmis (literally “godlike”).
Questions about saying deiform
How do you pronounce deiform?
Say DEE-ih-form. The American pronunciation is /ˈdiɪˌfɔrm/. In British English it is /ˈdiːɪˌfɔːm/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in deiform?
Deiform has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (DEE). Broken into parts: DEE · ih · form.
Is deiform 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 /ˈdiːɪˌfɔːm/ (DEE-ih-fawm).