How to pronounce hammersmith
Say it like HAM-er-smith. Hammersmith has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (HAM).
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- HAM
- er
- smith
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Hammersmith pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- HAMSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
- erKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
- smithGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of hammersmith
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: HAM-uh-smith.
What does hammersmith mean?
- A maker of hammers.
Where does hammersmith come from?
From hammer + smith.
Questions about saying hammersmith
How do you pronounce hammersmith?
Say HAM-er-smith. The American pronunciation is /ˈhæmɚˌsmɪθ/. In British English it is /ˈhæməsmɪθ/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in hammersmith?
Hammersmith has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (HAM). Broken into parts: HAM · er · smith.
Is hammersmith 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 /ˈhæməsmɪθ/ (HAM-uh-smith).