How to pronounce gnomonist
Say it like NOH-muh-nist. Gnomonist has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (NOH).
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- NOH
- muh
- nist
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Gnomonist 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.
- muhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- nistKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of gnomonist
- The long o starts further forward in British English, closer to "uh-oo" than the American "oh".
British respelling: NOH-muh-nist.
What does gnomonist mean?
- One skilled in gnomonics; a person who makes sundials.
Questions about saying gnomonist
How do you pronounce gnomonist?
Say NOH-muh-nist. The American pronunciation is /ˈnoʊmənɪst/. In British English it is /ˈnəʊmənɪst/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in gnomonist?
Gnomonist has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (NOH). Broken into parts: NOH · muh · nist.
Is gnomonist 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 /ˈnəʊmənɪst/ (NOH-muh-nist).