How to pronounce fainthearted
Say it like FAYNT-har-tid. Fainthearted has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (FAYNT).
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- FAYNT
- har
- tid
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Fainthearted pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- FAYNTSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ay" in day.
- harGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "ah" in father.
- tidKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of fainthearted
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: FAYNT-hah-tid.
What does fainthearted mean?
- Faint of heart; irresolute; fearful.
Where does fainthearted come from?
From faint + hearted.
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Questions about saying fainthearted
How do you pronounce fainthearted?
Say FAYNT-har-tid. The American pronunciation is /ˈfeɪntˌhɑrtɪd/. In British English it is /ˈfeɪntˌhɑːtɪd/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in fainthearted?
Fainthearted has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (FAYNT). Broken into parts: FAYNT · har · tid.
Is fainthearted pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead. The British form is /ˈfeɪntˌhɑːtɪd/ (FAYNT-hah-tid).