How to pronounce gunsmith
Say it like GUHN-smith. Gunsmith has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (GUHN).
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- GUHN
- smith
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Gunsmith 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.
- smithGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of gunsmith
American and British speakers say gunsmith in essentially the same way: /ˈɡʌnˌsmɪθ/ in the US and /ˈɡʌnˌsmɪθ/ in the UK.
British respelling: GUHN-smith.
What does gunsmith mean?
- A manufacturer of guns.
- A person skilled in the repair and servicing of firearms.
Where does gunsmith come from?
From gun + smith.
Questions about saying gunsmith
How do you pronounce gunsmith?
Say GUHN-smith. The American pronunciation is /ˈɡʌnˌsmɪθ/. In British English it is /ˈɡʌnˌsmɪθ/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in gunsmith?
Gunsmith has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (GUHN). Broken into parts: GUHN · smith.
Do Americans and Brits say gunsmith the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈɡʌnˌsmɪθ/ and the British form is /ˈɡʌnˌsmɪθ/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.