How to pronounce demob
Say it like dee-MOB. Demob has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (MOB).
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- dee
- MOB
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Demob pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- deeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
- MOBSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ah" in father.
American vs British pronunciation of demob
- The short o is rounded in British English (as in "hot"), but open and unrounded in American English.
British respelling: dee-MOB.
What does demob mean?
- To demobilize; to release someone from military service.
- Demobilization; release from military service.
- A person released from military service.
Where does demob come from?
Clipping of demobilize.
Words that rhyme with demob
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of demob.
Questions about saying demob
How do you pronounce demob?
Say dee-MOB. The American pronunciation is /diˈmɑb/. In British English it is /diˈmɒb/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in demob?
Demob has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (MOB). Broken into parts: dee · MOB.
Is demob 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 /diˈmɒb/ (dee-MOB).