How to pronounce firmament
Say it like FUR-muh-munt. Firmament has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (FUR).
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- FUR
- muh
- munt
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Firmament pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- FURSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ur" in nurse.
- muhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- muntKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of firmament
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: FUR-muh-munt.
What does firmament mean?
- The vault of the heavens, where the clouds, sun, moon, and stars can be seen; the heavens, the sky.
- The field or sphere of an activity or interest.“the international fashion firmament”
- The abode of God and the angels; heaven.
Questions about saying firmament
How do you pronounce firmament?
Say FUR-muh-munt. The American pronunciation is /ˈfɝməmənt/. In British English it is /ˈfɜːməmənt/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in firmament?
Firmament has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (FUR). Broken into parts: FUR · muh · munt.
Is firmament 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 /ˈfɜːməmənt/ (FUR-muh-munt).