How to pronounce homebred
Say it like HOHM-bred. Homebred has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (HOHM).
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- HOHM
- bred
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Homebred pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- HOHMSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "o" in go.
- bredGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
American vs British pronunciation of homebred
- The long o starts further forward in British English, closer to "uh-oo" than the American "oh".
British respelling: HOHM-bred.
What does homebred mean?
- Born or raised in one's own home or country; native, indigenous.
- Homely or rustic; plain, unpolished.
- A person or animal raised at home.
- An inexperienced or unsophisticated person; a rustic.
Where does homebred come from?
From home + bred.
Questions about saying homebred
How do you pronounce homebred?
Say HOHM-bred. The American pronunciation is /ˈhoʊmˌbrɛd/. In British English it is /ˈhəʊmˌbrɛd/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in homebred?
Homebred has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (HOHM). Broken into parts: HOHM · bred.
Is homebred pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. The long o starts further forward in British English, closer to "uh-oo" than the American "oh". The British form is /ˈhəʊmˌbrɛd/ (HOHM-bred).