How to pronounce embonpoint
Say it like OB-awp-weh. Embonpoint has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (OB).
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US American/ˈɑbɔpwɛ/OB-awp-weh
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- OB
- awp
- weh
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Embonpoint pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- OBSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ah" in father.
- awpKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "aw" in law.
- wehKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
What does embonpoint mean?
noun
- Plumpness, stoutness, especially when voluptuous.
- Plump, chubby, buxom.
Where does embonpoint come from?
Borrowed from French embonpoint.
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Questions about saying embonpoint
How do you pronounce embonpoint?
Say OB-awp-weh. The American pronunciation is /ˈɑbɔpwɛ/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in embonpoint?
Embonpoint has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (OB). Broken into parts: OB · awp · weh.