How to pronounce eminently
Say it like EM-uh-nunt-lee. Eminently has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (EM).
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- EM
- uh
- nunt
- lee
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Eminently 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.
- nuntKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- leeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of eminently
American and British speakers say eminently in essentially the same way: /ˈɛmənəntli/ in the US and /ˈɛmɪnəntli/ in the UK.
British respelling: EM-ih-nunt-lee.
What does eminently mean?
- In an eminent or prominent manner.
- To a great degree; notably; highly.“Everyone supported the nominee because she was eminently qualified.”
Where does eminently come from?
From eminent + -ly.
Questions about saying eminently
How do you pronounce eminently?
Say EM-uh-nunt-lee. The American pronunciation is /ˈɛmənəntli/. In British English it is /ˈɛmɪnəntli/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in eminently?
Eminently has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (EM). Broken into parts: EM · uh · nunt · lee.
Do Americans and Brits say eminently the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈɛmənəntli/ and the British form is /ˈɛmɪnəntli/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.