How to pronounce immanent
Say it like IM-uh-nunt. Immanent has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (IM).
- IM
- uh
- nunt
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Immanent pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- IMSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- uhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- nuntKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of immanent
American and British speakers say immanent in essentially the same way: /ˈɪmənənt/ in the US and /ˈɪmənənt/ in the UK.
British respelling: IM-uh-nunt.
What does immanent mean?
- Naturally part of something; existing throughout and within something; intrinsic.
- Of something which has always already been.
- Restricted entirely to the mind or a given domain; internal; subjective.
Where does immanent come from?
Entered English around 1530, via French, from Late Latin immanēns, present participle of Latin immanēre, from im- (“in”) + manēre (“to dwell, remain, stay”).
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Questions about saying immanent
How do you pronounce immanent?
Say IM-uh-nunt. The American pronunciation is /ˈɪmənənt/. In British English it is /ˈɪmənənt/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in immanent?
Immanent has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (IM). Broken into parts: IM · uh · nunt.
Do Americans and Brits say immanent the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈɪmənənt/ and the British form is /ˈɪmənənt/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.
What words sound the same as immanent?
Immanent sounds the same as imminent in American English. The spelling and meaning are what tell them apart.