How to pronounce dukedom
Say it like DYOOK-dum. Dukedom has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (DYOOK).
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- DYOOK
- dum
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Dukedom pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- DYOOKSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "oo" in food.
- dumKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of dukedom
American and British speakers say dukedom in essentially the same way: /ˈdjukdəm/ in the US and /ˈdjuːkdəm/ in the UK.
British respelling: DYOOK-dum.
What does dukedom mean?
- A region ruled by a duke or duchess.
- The rank or title of a duke.
Where does dukedom come from?
From late Middle English dukdom, dukedom; equivalent to duke + -dom.
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Questions about saying dukedom
How do you pronounce dukedom?
Say DYOOK-dum. The American pronunciation is /ˈdjukdəm/. In British English it is /ˈdjuːkdəm/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in dukedom?
Dukedom has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (DYOOK). Broken into parts: DYOOK · dum.
Do Americans and Brits say dukedom the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈdjukdəm/ and the British form is /ˈdjuːkdəm/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.