How to pronounce flatness
Say it like FLAT-nus. Flatness has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (FLAT).
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- FLAT
- nus
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Flatness pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- FLATSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
- nusKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of flatness
American and British speakers say flatness in essentially the same way: /ˈflætnəs/ in the US and /ˈflætnəs/ in the UK.
British respelling: FLAT-nus.
What does flatness mean?
- The state of being flat
- The state of being two-dimensional; planar : planarity
- The state of being bland : dullness
Where does flatness come from?
From Middle English flatnesse, equivalent to flat + -ness.
Words that rhyme with flatness
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of flatness.
Questions about saying flatness
How do you pronounce flatness?
Say FLAT-nus. The American pronunciation is /ˈflætnəs/. In British English it is /ˈflætnəs/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in flatness?
Flatness has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (FLAT). Broken into parts: FLAT · nus.
Do Americans and Brits say flatness the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈflætnəs/ and the British form is /ˈflætnəs/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.