How to pronounce diluvian
Say it like dy-LOO-vee-un. Diluvian has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (LOO).
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- dy
- LOO
- vee
- un
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Diluvian pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- dyKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in time.
- LOOSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "oo" in food.
- veeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
- unKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of diluvian
- American English uses 4 syllables and British English 3.
- British speakers add a light "y" sound before the "oo" (as in "tyoon" for tune).
British respelling: dy-LYOO-veern.
What does diluvian mean?
- Pertaining to a deluge, or flood.
Where does diluvian come from?
From Latin dīluvium + English -an.
Questions about saying diluvian
How do you pronounce diluvian?
Say dy-LOO-vee-un. The American pronunciation is /daɪˈluviən/. In British English it is /daɪˈljuːvɪən/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in diluvian?
Diluvian has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (LOO). Broken into parts: dy · LOO · vee · un.
Is diluvian pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. American English uses 4 syllables and British English 3. The British form is /daɪˈljuːvɪən/ (dy-LYOO-veern).