How to pronounce gunflint
Say it like GUHN-flint. Gunflint has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (GUHN).
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- GUHN
- flint
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Gunflint pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- GUHNSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "u" in cup.
- flintKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of gunflint
American and British speakers say gunflint in essentially the same way: /ˈɡʌnflɪnt/ in the US and /ˈɡʌnflɪnt/ in the UK.
British respelling: GUHN-flint.
What does gunflint mean?
- The piece of flint or other suitable natural stone that is used in a flintlock weapon to generate a spark
Where does gunflint come from?
From gun + flint.
Questions about saying gunflint
How do you pronounce gunflint?
Say GUHN-flint. The American pronunciation is /ˈɡʌnflɪnt/. In British English it is /ˈɡʌnflɪnt/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in gunflint?
Gunflint has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (GUHN). Broken into parts: GUHN · flint.
Do Americans and Brits say gunflint the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈɡʌnflɪnt/ and the British form is /ˈɡʌnflɪnt/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.