How to pronounce gynarchy
Say it like GHY-nar-kee. Gynarchy has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (GHY).
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- GHY
- nar
- kee
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Gynarchy pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- GHYSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in time.
- narGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "ah" in father.
- keeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of gynarchy
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: GHY-nah-kee.
What does gynarchy mean?
- A government ruled by a woman or women.
- Government by a woman or women.
Where does gynarchy come from?
From gyn- + -archy.
Questions about saying gynarchy
How do you pronounce gynarchy?
Say GHY-nar-kee. The American pronunciation is /ˈɡaɪˌnɑrki/. In British English it is /ˈɡaɪˌnɑːki/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in gynarchy?
Gynarchy has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (GHY). Broken into parts: GHY · nar · kee.
Is gynarchy pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead. The British form is /ˈɡaɪˌnɑːki/ (GHY-nah-kee).