How to pronounce gemista
Say it like YEM-ih-stuh. Gemista has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (YEM).
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- YEM
- ih
- stuh
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Gemista pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- YEMSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- ihKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- stuhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of gemista
American and British speakers say gemista in essentially the same way: /ˈjɛmɪstə/ in the US and /ˈjɛmɪstə/ in the UK.
British respelling: YEM-ih-stuh.
What does gemista mean?
- popular Greek dish of tomatoes and green peppers stuffed with rice (occasionally minced meat is added) accompanied by potatoes in tomato juice and olive oil
- other Greek dishes with stuffed ingredients, usually vegetables
Questions about saying gemista
How do you pronounce gemista?
Say YEM-ih-stuh. The American pronunciation is /ˈjɛmɪstə/. In British English it is /ˈjɛmɪstə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in gemista?
Gemista has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (YEM). Broken into parts: YEM · ih · stuh.
Do Americans and Brits say gemista the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈjɛmɪstə/ and the British form is /ˈjɛmɪstə/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.