How to pronounce gymnast
Say it like JIM-nust. Gymnast has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (JIM).
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- JIM
- nust
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Gymnast pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- JIMSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- nustKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of gymnast
American and British speakers say gymnast in essentially the same way: /ˈdʒɪmnəst/ in the US and /ˈdʒɪmnæst/ in the UK.
British respelling: JIM-nast.
What does gymnast mean?
- One who performs (the sport of) gymnastics.
Questions about saying gymnast
How do you pronounce gymnast?
Say JIM-nust. The American pronunciation is /ˈdʒɪmnəst/. In British English it is /ˈdʒɪmnæst/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in gymnast?
Gymnast has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (JIM). Broken into parts: JIM · nust.
Do Americans and Brits say gymnast the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈdʒɪmnəst/ and the British form is /ˈdʒɪmnæst/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.