How to pronounce eminence
Say it like EM-uh-nuns. Eminence has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (EM).
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- EM
- uh
- nuns
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Eminence pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- EMSay 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.
- nunsKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of eminence
American and British speakers say eminence in essentially the same way: /ˈɛmənəns/ in the US and /ˈɛmənəns/ in the UK.
British respelling: EM-uh-nuns.
What does eminence mean?
- Someone of high rank, reputation or social status.
- The quality or state of being eminent.
- Prominence in a particular order or accumulation; esteem.
Where does eminence come from?
From Old French eminence, from Latin ēminentia (“prominence”, “protuberance”; “eminence”, “excellence”).
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Questions about saying eminence
How do you pronounce eminence?
Say EM-uh-nuns. The American pronunciation is /ˈɛmənəns/. In British English it is /ˈɛmənəns/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in eminence?
Eminence has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (EM). Broken into parts: EM · uh · nuns.
Do Americans and Brits say eminence the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈɛmənəns/ and the British form is /ˈɛmənəns/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.