How to pronounce gnomic
Say it like NOH-mik. Gnomic has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (NOH).
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US American/ˈnoʊmɪk/NOH-mik
UK British/ˈnəʊmɪk/NOH-mik
- NOH
- mik
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Gnomic pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- NOHSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "o" in go.
- mikKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of gnomic
- The long o starts further forward in British English, closer to "uh-oo" than the American "oh".
British respelling: NOH-mik.
What does gnomic mean?
adjective
- Of, or relating to gnomes (sententious sayings).
- Mysterious and often incomprehensible yet seemingly wise.“He always makes gnomic utterances.”
- Expressing general truths or aphorisms.“gnomic aspect”
Questions about saying gnomic
How do you pronounce gnomic?
Say NOH-mik. The American pronunciation is /ˈnoʊmɪk/. In British English it is /ˈnəʊmɪk/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in gnomic?
Gnomic has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (NOH). Broken into parts: NOH · mik.
Is gnomic pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. The long o starts further forward in British English, closer to "uh-oo" than the American "oh". The British form is /ˈnəʊmɪk/ (NOH-mik).