How to pronounce deme
Say it like DEEM. Deme is a single syllable, so the whole word carries the stress.
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- DEEM
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Deme pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- DEEMSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of deme
American and British speakers say deme in essentially the same way: /dim/ in the US and /diːm/ in the UK.
British respelling: DEEM.
What does deme mean?
- A township or other subdivision of ancient Attica.
- A distinct local population of plants or animals.
Words that rhyme with deme
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of deme.
Words that sound like deme
Questions about saying deme
How do you pronounce deme?
Say DEEM. The American pronunciation is /dim/. In British English it is /diːm/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in deme?
Deme is a single syllable, so the whole word carries the stress. Broken into parts: DEEM.
Do Americans and Brits say deme the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /dim/ and the British form is /diːm/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.
What words sound the same as deme?
Deme sounds the same as deem in American English. The spelling and meaning are what tell them apart.