How to pronounce hardheaded
Say it like HARD-hed-id. Hardheaded has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (HARD).
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- HARD
- hed
- id
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Hardheaded pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- HARDSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ah" in father.
- hedGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- idKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of hardheaded
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: HAHD-hed-id.
What does hardheaded mean?
- Stubborn; wilful.
- Realistic; pragmatic.
Where does hardheaded come from?
From hard + headed. First appears c.
Similar and opposite words
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Questions about saying hardheaded
How do you pronounce hardheaded?
Say HARD-hed-id. The American pronunciation is /ˈhɑrdˌhɛdɪd/. In British English it is /ˈhɑːdˌhɛdɪd/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in hardheaded?
Hardheaded has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (HARD). Broken into parts: HARD · hed · id.
Is hardheaded 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 /ˈhɑːdˌhɛdɪd/ (HAHD-hed-id).