How to pronounce hemline
Say it like HEM-lyne. Hemline has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (HEM).
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- HEM
- lyne
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Hemline pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- HEMSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- lyneGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "i" in time.
American vs British pronunciation of hemline
American and British speakers say hemline in essentially the same way: /ˈhɛmˌlaɪn/ in the US and /ˈhɛmˌlaɪn/ in the UK.
British respelling: HEM-lyne.
What does hemline mean?
- The line formed by the bottom edge of a skirt, dress, or coat; hem.
- The height of this line, measured from the floor.“above-knee hemline”
Where does hemline come from?
From hem + line.
Questions about saying hemline
How do you pronounce hemline?
Say HEM-lyne. The American pronunciation is /ˈhɛmˌlaɪn/. In British English it is /ˈhɛmˌlaɪn/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in hemline?
Hemline has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (HEM). Broken into parts: HEM · lyne.
Do Americans and Brits say hemline the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈhɛmˌlaɪn/ and the British form is /ˈhɛmˌlaɪn/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.