How to pronounce finite
Say it like FY-nyte. Finite has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (FY).
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- FY
- nyte
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Finite pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- FYSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in time.
- nyteGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "i" in time.
American vs British pronunciation of finite
American and British speakers say finite in essentially the same way: /ˈfaɪˌnaɪt/ in the US and /ˈfaɪˌnaɪt/ in the UK.
British respelling: FY-nyte.
What does finite mean?
- bounded or limited in magnitude or spatial or temporal extent
- (of verbs) relating to forms of the verb that are limited in time by a tense and (usually) show agreement with number and person
Where does finite come from?
The noun is derived from the adjective.
Similar and opposite words
Opposite meaning
Questions about saying finite
How do you pronounce finite?
Say FY-nyte. The American pronunciation is /ˈfaɪˌnaɪt/. In British English it is /ˈfaɪˌnaɪt/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in finite?
Finite has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (FY). Broken into parts: FY · nyte.
Do Americans and Brits say finite the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈfaɪˌnaɪt/ and the British form is /ˈfaɪˌnaɪt/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.