How to pronounce demonym
Say it like DEM-uh-nim. Demonym has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (DEM).
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- DEM
- uh
- nim
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Demonym pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- DEMSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- uhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- nimKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of demonym
American and British speakers say demonym in essentially the same way: /ˈdɛmənɪm/ in the US and /ˈdɛmənɪm/ in the UK.
British respelling: DEM-uh-nim.
What does demonym mean?
- A name for an inhabitant or native of a specific place, usually derived from the name of the place.“Why is it that people from the United States use American as their demonym?”
Questions about saying demonym
How do you pronounce demonym?
Say DEM-uh-nim. The American pronunciation is /ˈdɛmənɪm/. In British English it is /ˈdɛmənɪm/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in demonym?
Demonym has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (DEM). Broken into parts: DEM · uh · nim.
Do Americans and Brits say demonym the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈdɛmənɪm/ and the British form is /ˈdɛmənɪm/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.