How to pronounce enum
Say it like EE-num. Enum has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (EE).
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- EE
- num
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Enum pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- EESay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
- numKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "u" in cup.
American vs British pronunciation of enum
American and British speakers say enum in essentially the same way: /ˈinʌm/ in the US and /ˈiːnʌm/ in the UK.
British respelling: EE-num.
What does enum mean?
- An enumeration.
Where does enum come from?
Clipping of enumeration, used as a keyword in the C programming language and its descendants.
Questions about saying enum
How do you pronounce enum?
Say EE-num. The American pronunciation is /ˈinʌm/. In British English it is /ˈiːnʌm/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in enum?
Enum has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (EE). Broken into parts: EE · num.
Do Americans and Brits say enum the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈinʌm/ and the British form is /ˈiːnʌm/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.