How to pronounce elements
Say it like EL-uh-munts. Elements has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (EL).
VoiceSpeed
US American/ˈɛləmənts/EL-uh-munts
UK British/ˈɛlɪmənts/EL-ih-munts
- EL
- uh
- munts
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Elements pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- ELSay 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.
- muntsKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of elements
American and British speakers say elements in essentially the same way: /ˈɛləmənts/ in the US and /ˈɛlɪmənts/ in the UK.
British respelling: EL-ih-munts.
What does elements mean?
noun
- plural of element How to pronounce element
- The weather, such as wind or rain; environmental conditions considered as a source of danger, wear, etc.“This artifact was found deep in a cave where it was protected from the elements.”
- The basic tenets of an area of knowledge, basics, fundamentals.
- The bread and wine of the Eucharist.
Questions about saying elements
How do you pronounce elements?
Say EL-uh-munts. The American pronunciation is /ˈɛləmənts/. In British English it is /ˈɛlɪmənts/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in elements?
Elements has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (EL). Broken into parts: EL · uh · munts.
Do Americans and Brits say elements the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈɛləmənts/ and the British form is /ˈɛlɪmənts/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.