How to pronounce dimension
Say it like dih-MEN-shun. Dimension has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (MEN).
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- dih
- MEN
- shun
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Dimension pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- dihKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- MENSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- shunKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of dimension
American and British speakers say dimension in essentially the same way: /dɪˈmɛnʃən/ in the US and /daɪˈmɛnʃən/ in the UK.
British respelling: dy-MEN-shun.
What does dimension mean?
- the magnitude of something in a particular direction (especially length or width or height)
- a construct whereby objects or individuals can be distinguished“self-confidence is not an endearing property”
- one of three Cartesian coordinates that determine a position in space
- indicate the dimensions on“These techniques permit us to dimension the human heart”
- shape or form to required dimensions
Where does dimension come from?
Derived from Latin dīmēnsiō.
Words that rhyme with dimension
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of dimension.
Questions about saying dimension
How do you pronounce dimension?
Say dih-MEN-shun. The American pronunciation is /dɪˈmɛnʃən/. In British English it is /daɪˈmɛnʃən/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in dimension?
Dimension has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (MEN). Broken into parts: dih · MEN · shun.
Do Americans and Brits say dimension the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /dɪˈmɛnʃən/ and the British form is /daɪˈmɛnʃən/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.