How to pronounce gayness
Say it like GAY-nus. Gayness has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (GAY).
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- GAY
- nus
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Gayness pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- GAYSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ay" in day.
- nusKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of gayness
American and British speakers say gayness in essentially the same way: /ˈɡeɪnəs/ in the US and /ˈɡeɪnəs/ in the UK.
British respelling: GAY-nus.
What does gayness mean?
- The state of being gay (colorful or festive); display or dressiness.
- The state of being gay (cheerful); gaiety.
- The state of being gay (homosexual); homosexuality; demeanor stereotypically representative of it.
Where does gayness come from?
From Middle English gaynesse, equivalent to gay + -ness.
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Words that rhyme with gayness
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Questions about saying gayness
How do you pronounce gayness?
Say GAY-nus. The American pronunciation is /ˈɡeɪnəs/. In British English it is /ˈɡeɪnəs/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in gayness?
Gayness has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (GAY). Broken into parts: GAY · nus.
Do Americans and Brits say gayness the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈɡeɪnəs/ and the British form is /ˈɡeɪnəs/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.